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P228 TDN

1997 BMW 7 Series

Green Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,196 mi
Last recorded184,196 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 TDN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2008 184,196 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2008 184,196 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 167,233 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 156,137 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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P228 TDN is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Green with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 124,752 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 P228 TDN, 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 29 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 P228 TDN registered?

P228 TDN is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P228 TDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P228 TDN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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