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P271 RBA

1997 BMW 750

Green Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

130,717 mi
Last recorded130,717 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 750124,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 RBA
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 130,717 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 130,267 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 130,111 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 127,091 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 126,202 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 123,290 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 122,520 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 119,709 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight corrosion RH outer sill at rear

Pass 19 Aug 2014 117,159 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 117,154 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 117,154 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 117,154 miles

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)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 117,103 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 113,813 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 109,104 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 104,028 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 104,028 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 96,629 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 87,245 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 83,970 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 77,048 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 69,550 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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P271 RBA is a 1997 BMW 750 in Green with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 124,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P271 RBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P271 RBA registered?

P271 RBA is a 1997 BMW 750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P271 RBA safe to buy?

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