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G838 RSL

1989 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 BMW 7 Series150,240 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG838 RSL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2007
Pass 1 Jul 2006 93,374 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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G838 RSL is a 1989 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 G838 RSL, 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.

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What year was G838 RSL registered?

G838 RSL is a 1989 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G838 RSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G838 RSL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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