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F559 SBL

1989 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,910 mi
Last recorded138,910 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2006
Typical for 1989 BMW 7 Series150,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF559 SBL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2006 138,910 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 138,910 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 130,968 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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F559 SBL is a 1989 BMW 7 Series in Blue 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 F559 SBL, 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 F559 SBL?

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What year was F559 SBL registered?

F559 SBL is a 1989 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 14 April 1989.

Is F559 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F559 SBL 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.

Does F559 SBL have outstanding finance?

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