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P355 YGN

1997 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,199 mi
Last recorded123,199 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP355 YGN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2008 123,199 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 May 2007 121,635 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 22 May 2006 119,749 miles

nail in tyre

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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P355 YGN is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P355 YGN, 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 P355 YGN registered?

P355 YGN is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P355 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P355 YGN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P355 YGN have outstanding finance?

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