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M285 SGY

1995 BMW 7 Series

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

157,060 mi
Last recorded157,060 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1995 BMW 7 Series130,412 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM285 SGY
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 157,060 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 157,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 1 Oct 2007 147,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 147,337 miles

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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M285 SGY is a 1995 BMW 7 Series in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 130,412 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 M285 SGY, 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 31 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M285 SGY?

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What year was M285 SGY registered?

M285 SGY is a 1995 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 20 April 1995.

Is M285 SGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M285 SGY shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M285 SGY have outstanding finance?

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