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R277 JFA

1997 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,747 mi
Last recorded139,747 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR277 JFA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2008 139,747 miles

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

air bag light displayed

n/s door mirror missing

slight play in steering idler arm n/s

Pass 29 Nov 2006 130,280 miles

both rear tyres wearing severly outside

some play within nearside steering idler

Pass 30 Nov 2005 124,194 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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R277 JFA is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R277 JFA, 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.

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What year was R277 JFA registered?

R277 JFA is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R277 JFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R277 JFA shows 3 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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