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FA54 VRV

2004 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,953 mi
Last recorded164,953 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 7 Series96,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 VRV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 164,953 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 157,185 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 148,900 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 148,897 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 220,980 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 211,049 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 197,183 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 103,218 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 91,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 91,869 miles

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 81,307 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 66,335 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 51,836 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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FA54 VRV is a 2004 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,600 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 FA54 VRV, 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 22 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA54 VRV registered?

FA54 VRV is a 2004 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is FA54 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA54 VRV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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