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J285 NLL

1991 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,054 mi
Last recorded149,054 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2008
Typical for 1991 BMW 7 Series150,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ285 NLL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2008 149,054 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 146,327 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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J285 NLL is a 1991 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J285 NLL, 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 J285 NLL registered?

J285 NLL is a 1991 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J285 NLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J285 NLL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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