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P455 XHB

1997 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,651 mi
Last recorded149,651 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP455 XHB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2008 149,651 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 149,651 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2007 139,428 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 139,104 miles

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

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)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 129,330 miles

ADVISE PLAY IN CENTRE IDLER ARM JOINTS OK AT TIME OF TEST //////////////////////////////

Pass 23 Jun 2005 120,249 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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P455 XHB is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P455 XHB, 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

How do I check the history of P455 XHB?

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What year was P455 XHB registered?

P455 XHB is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P455 XHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P455 XHB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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