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F463 SPC

1989 BMW 7 Series

Grey Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

252,618 mi
Last recorded252,618 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2006
Typical for 1989 BMW 7 Series150,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF463 SPC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2006 252,618 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

slight free playing steering wheel †sill kit fitted †slight playsteering joints

Pass 11 Oct 2005 243,932 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 243,886 miles

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

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

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

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

off side front antiroll bar link rubber gator split

slight play in steering box

tempory number plates fitted

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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F463 SPC is a 1989 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,986cc 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 F463 SPC, 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

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What year was F463 SPC registered?

F463 SPC is a 1989 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F463 SPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F463 SPC 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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