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P74 HTF

1997 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

220,161 mi
Last recorded220,161 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP74 HTF
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2008 220,161 miles

Handbrake performance low:16%

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Slight play n/s/r top suspension outer bush.

Pass 28 Jun 2008 220,161 miles

Handbrake performance low:16%

Slight play n/s/r top suspension outer bush.

Pass 28 Jun 2007 183,894 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 183,894 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 167,031 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 167,031 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 164,059 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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P74 HTF is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P74 HTF, 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 P74 HTF registered?

P74 HTF is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P74 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P74 HTF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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