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F255 OLP

1988 BMW 750

Grey Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

157,629 mi
Last recorded157,629 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2009
Typical for 1988 BMW 750120,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF255 OLP
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2009 157,629 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

oli seepage from engine

Fail 11 Dec 2009 157,629 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

oli seepage from engine

Pass 10 Dec 2008 157,502 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 157,497 miles

Nearside Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2007 156,157 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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F255 OLP is a 1988 BMW 750 in Grey with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 120,229 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 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F255 OLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this BMW 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F255 OLP registered?

F255 OLP is a 1988 BMW 750, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F255 OLP safe to buy?

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