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G878 VPL

1990 BMW 750

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

197,047 mi
Last recorded197,047 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2009
Typical for 1990 BMW 750122,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG878 VPL
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Mar 2009 197,047 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s/f tyre has cracks in tread

Pass 10 Oct 2005 196,376 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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G878 VPL is a 1990 BMW 750 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G878 VPL, 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 G878 VPL registered?

G878 VPL is a 1990 BMW 750, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G878 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G878 VPL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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