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J165 CYH

1991 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,341 mi
Last recorded125,341 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2007
Typical for 1991 BMW 7 Series150,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ165 CYH
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2007 125,341 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s rear seatbelt

Fail 17 Feb 2007 125,341 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s rear seatbelt

Pass 26 Jan 2006 116,291 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jan 2006 115,759 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

emissions not met

engine oil leak

rear eaxust slightly blowing

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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J165 CYH is a 1991 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J165 CYH, 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 J165 CYH registered?

J165 CYH is a 1991 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 6 August 1991.

Is J165 CYH safe to buy?

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