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H228 VSH

1991 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,056 mi
Last recorded125,056 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2007
Typical for 1991 BMW 7 Series150,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH228 VSH
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2007 125,056 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 117,097 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

near side front strut damp

Fail 24 Apr 2006 117,096 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

near side front strut damp

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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H228 VSH is a 1991 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 150,749 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 H228 VSH, 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 35 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H228 VSH registered?

H228 VSH is a 1991 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 March 1991.

Is H228 VSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H228 VSH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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