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F179 UHJ

1989 BMW 7 Series

Gold Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

240,749 mi
Last recorded240,749 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2007
Typical for 1989 BMW 7 Series150,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF179 UHJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2007 240,749 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 240,749 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 238,543 miles

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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F179 UHJ is a 1989 BMW 7 Series in Gold with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 150,240 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F179 UHJ, 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 37 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F179 UHJ?

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What year was F179 UHJ registered?

F179 UHJ is a 1989 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F179 UHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F179 UHJ 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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