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R261 CDC

1998 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

173,061 mi
Last recorded173,061 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 CDC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2008 173,061 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 165,651 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 159,362 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 159,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R261 CDC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R261 CDC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R261 CDC?

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What year was R261 CDC registered?

R261 CDC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R261 CDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 CDC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R261 CDC have outstanding finance?

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