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R190 BEC

1997 BMW 7 Series

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,344 mi
Last recorded120,344 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2007
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR190 BEC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2007 120,344 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 115,379 miles

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

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

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

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

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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R190 BEC is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R190 BEC, 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 R190 BEC registered?

R190 BEC is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R190 BEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R190 BEC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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