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FJ17 VPA

2017 BMW 7 Series

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

166,483 mi
Last recorded166,483 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 7 Series49,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ17 VPA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 166,483 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2026 166,482 miles

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2025 141,703 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 88,157 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 81,929 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 46,827 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 34,611 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 34,311 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 34,174 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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FJ17 VPA is a 2017 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 1,998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 49,364 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 FJ17 VPA, 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 9 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ17 VPA?

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What year was FJ17 VPA registered?

FJ17 VPA is a 2017 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is FJ17 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ17 VPA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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