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J15 CET

2018 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

217,840 mi
Last recorded217,840 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 7 Series43,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 CET
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 217,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 193,490 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 154,606 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 154,606 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 110,181 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 110,181 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 67,981 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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J15 CET is a 2018 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 43,625 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 J15 CET, 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 8 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J15 CET registered?

J15 CET is a 2018 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 13 December 2018.

Is J15 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for J15 CET shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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