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F123 DKE

1988 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

288,961 mi
Last recorded288,961 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2008
Typical for 1988 BMW 7 Series148,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF123 DKE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2008 288,961 miles

Advise corrosion at rear wheel arches

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 288,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Feb 2007 288,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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F123 DKE is a 1988 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 148,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F123 DKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F123 DKE registered?

F123 DKE is a 1988 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F123 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F123 DKE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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