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J18 KPB

2016 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,955 mi
Last recorded42,955 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW 7 Series45,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 KPB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 42,955 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 38,874 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both front wipers smearing in operation (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 32,691 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 25,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 15,902 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 10,426 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 9,812 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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J18 KPB is a 2016 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 45,268 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 J18 KPB, 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 10 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 J18 KPB registered?

J18 KPB is a 2016 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 21 November 2016.

Is J18 KPB safe to buy?

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