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P987 WMJ

1996 BMW 7 Series

Purple Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

233,439 mi
Last recorded233,439 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2008
Typical for 1996 BMW 7 Series126,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 WMJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2008 233,439 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 226,213 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 226,209 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 217,178 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 217,178 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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P987 WMJ is a 1996 BMW 7 Series in Purple with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 126,008 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 P987 WMJ, 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 30 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 P987 WMJ?

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What year was P987 WMJ registered?

P987 WMJ is a 1996 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P987 WMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P987 WMJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P987 WMJ have outstanding finance?

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