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H289 FRD

1990 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

189,976 mi
Last recorded189,976 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2006
Typical for 1990 BMW 7 Series152,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH289 FRD
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2006 189,976 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 183,304 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

covers fitted over the outer sills

front tyre wear is uneven

fuel pipes are rusted

n/s front fog light lens is broken

oil leak

parking brake performance is only just good enough to pass system is in need of attention

screen is damaged

Pass 11 Nov 2005 183,304 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

covers fitted over the outer sills

front tyre wear is uneven

fuel pipes are rusted

n/s front fog light lens is broken

oil leak

parking brake performance is only just good enough to pass system is in need of attention

screen is damaged

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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H289 FRD is a 1990 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 152,946 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 H289 FRD, 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 36 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H289 FRD?

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What year was H289 FRD registered?

H289 FRD is a 1990 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 27 September 1990.

Is H289 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H289 FRD 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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