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L50 SYK

1997 BMW 750

Blue Lpg 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

194,090 mi
Last recorded194,090 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW 750124,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL50 SYK
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2024 194,090 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 183,015 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 182,375 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside front brake disc backing plate corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2017
Pass 17 Mar 2016 153,643 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 153,479 miles

Nearside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2013 153,386 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 150,880 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 147,482 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 143,187 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 139,089 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2007 137,297 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2006 131,211 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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L50 SYK is a 1997 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,379cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 124,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L50 SYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L50 SYK registered?

L50 SYK is a 1997 BMW 750, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is L50 SYK safe to buy?

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