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L183 UCM

1994 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

301,048 mi
Last recorded301,048 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2008
Typical for 1994 BMW 7 Series137,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL183 UCM
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2008 301,048 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 299,080 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 278,240 miles

see advice sheet issued 14/2003/2006; Test no.773643776022 (item no.013 - centre silencer rubbers - rectified)

Fail 14 Mar 2006 278,227 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

1 of 2 centre silencer rubber mounts split

Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust corroding

n/s/f seat belt catch casing missing

plastic trim fitted to outer sills

signs of fluid on power steering valve

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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L183 UCM is a 1994 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 137,584 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 L183 UCM, 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 32 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L183 UCM registered?

L183 UCM is a 1994 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 7 June 1994.

Is L183 UCM safe to buy?

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