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H959 XNJ

1990 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

179,252 mi
Last recorded179,252 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2012
Typical for 1990 BMW 7 Series152,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH959 XNJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2012 179,252 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 179,235 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 178,553 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 178,037 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 178,036 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both fronts and nearside rear tyres heaverly cracked but not showing inner cord at prsent

Pass 15 Jan 2009 177,267 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

all four tyres have surface cracks

rear brake pads appear to be wearinr low

Pass 7 Jan 2008 176,736 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

all four tyres have cracks in sidewalls

Pass 11 Dec 2006 176,024 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 176,024 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 174,599 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyres fitted on vehicle are remoulds and are cracking in sidewalls

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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H959 XNJ is a 1990 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 H959 XNJ, 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

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What year was H959 XNJ registered?

H959 XNJ is a 1990 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 6 August 1990.

Is H959 XNJ safe to buy?

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