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L470 GHV

1993 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,713 mi
Last recorded32,713 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2008
Typical for 1993 BMW 7 Series141,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL470 GHV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2008 32,713 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 24,689 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 18,245 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 15,908 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 15,908 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

rear pads 80% worn/misfire on cold start up/ door mirror adjusting switch missing

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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L470 GHV is a 1993 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 141,260 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 L470 GHV, 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 33 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 L470 GHV?

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What year was L470 GHV registered?

L470 GHV is a 1993 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 5 August 1993.

Is L470 GHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L470 GHV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L470 GHV have outstanding finance?

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