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G717 DRU

1990 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,958 mi
Last recorded156,958 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 750122,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG717 DRU
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 156,958 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 156,943 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 May 2021 156,400 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 155,296 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted full inspection not possible

Pass 6 May 2017 153,527 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 151,785 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 151,740 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Fluid suspension accumulator leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 151,471 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 144,886 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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G717 DRU is a 1990 BMW 750 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 122,424 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G717 DRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this BMW 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G717 DRU registered?

G717 DRU is a 1990 BMW 750, first registered on 14 February 1990.

Is G717 DRU safe to buy?

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