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OBZ 6714

1998 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,900 mi
Last recorded160,900 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBZ 6714
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2007 160,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

all Four tyres are worn on the inner edges

n/s outer sill damaged

o/s/r door doesn't open from the outside

park brake warning lamp stays on

Fail 13 Dec 2007 160,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

all Four tyres are worn on the inner edges

n/s outer sill damaged

o/s/r door doesn't open from the outside

park brake warning lamp stays on

Pass 16 Nov 2006 145,148 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 122,578 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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OBZ 6714 is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 122,840 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 OBZ 6714, 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 28 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBZ 6714 registered?

OBZ 6714 is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is OBZ 6714 safe to buy?

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