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OIB 6220

1985 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,305 mi
Last recorded75,305 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW 7 Series143,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIB 6220
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 75,305 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer sill has corrosion but part of body and not structural

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2013 75,281 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 75,281 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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OIB 6220 is a 1985 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 143,065 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 OIB 6220, 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 41 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OIB 6220 registered?

OIB 6220 is a 1985 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is OIB 6220 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIB 6220 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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