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F402 RTL

1989 BMW 7 Series

White Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

191,151 mi
Last recorded191,151 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 1989 BMW 7 Series150,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF402 RTL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 191,151 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 190,763 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 189,503 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 189,478 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 187,977 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 186,596 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 185,658 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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F402 RTL is a 1989 BMW 7 Series in White with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 F402 RTL, 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 F402 RTL?

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What year was F402 RTL registered?

F402 RTL is a 1989 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F402 RTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F402 RTL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F402 RTL have outstanding finance?

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