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P244 RFB

1996 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,589 mi
Last recorded160,589 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 BMW 7 Series126,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 RFB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2008 160,589 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 152,163 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 152,163 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 144,999 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 135,552 miles

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

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

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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P244 RFB is a 1996 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 126,008 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 P244 RFB, 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 30 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 P244 RFB?

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What year was P244 RFB registered?

P244 RFB is a 1996 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P244 RFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P244 RFB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P244 RFB have outstanding finance?

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