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L311 VLF

1994 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

148,331 mi
Last recorded148,331 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2008
Typical for 1994 BMW 7 Series137,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL311 VLF
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2008 148,331 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 148,323 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 12 May 2006 147,979 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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L311 VLF is a 1994 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 L311 VLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L311 VLF?

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What year was L311 VLF registered?

L311 VLF is a 1994 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 February 1994.

Is L311 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L311 VLF shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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