MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,200 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
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Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.
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R218 VJB is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 R218 VJB, 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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How do I check the history of R218 VJB?
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What year was R218 VJB registered?
R218 VJB is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 17 February 1998.
Is R218 VJB safe to buy?
The MOT history for R218 VJB shows 3 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.
Does R218 VJB have outstanding finance?
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