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R120 GFB

1998 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

188,129 mi
Last recorded188,129 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 GFB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 188,129 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 180,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 180,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 172,749 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 160,303 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 150,018 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 140,843 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 131,723 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 126,020 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 121,636 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 115,340 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 109,155 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 102,066 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 93,839 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 85,175 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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R120 GFB is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 122,840 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 R120 GFB, 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 28 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R120 GFB registered?

R120 GFB is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R120 GFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R120 GFB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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