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P401 RYW

1997 BMW 750

Green Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

101,272 mi
Last recorded101,272 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 750124,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP401 RYW
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 101,272 miles

hand brake on limit

Pass 31 Aug 2024 99,576 miles

hand brake lever close to limit

Pass 16 Sep 2023 97,309 miles

both front tyres low on outer edge

Pass 17 Sep 2022 95,005 miles

both front tyres wearing low on outer edge

n/s/f lower arm rear most arm dust cover poor

n/s/f lower has slight play

Pass 29 Sep 2021 92,919 miles

both front tyres wearing low on outer edge

h/b lever high

n/s/r tyre wearing low

windscreen has stone chip

Pass 12 Sep 2020 91,162 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 89,103 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 88,007 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 86,927 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 85,866 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 84,031 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 81,803 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 79,455 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 74,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Sep 2012 74,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2011 74,178 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 74,142 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 71,579 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 71,566 miles

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

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Apr 2008 71,560 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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)

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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P401 RYW is a 1997 BMW 750 in Green with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P401 RYW, 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

How do I check the history of P401 RYW?

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What year was P401 RYW registered?

P401 RYW is a 1997 BMW 750, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P401 RYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P401 RYW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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