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R303 VCF

1998 BMW 750

Green Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

203,461 mi
Last recorded203,461 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW 750112,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 VCF
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 203,461 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Sep 2019 203,439 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under-body is under-sealed

Pass 28 Aug 2018 203,196 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened both straight arms (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 22 May 2014 201,113 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight play in stearing

Pass 22 Jun 2010 202,445 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 202,445 miles

Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2009 199,012 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight play in steering joints

Pass 23 Apr 2007 195,014 miles

ex bracket corroded

nsf to rear brake pipe undersealed also rear hyd pipe

osr sill slight damaged

osr+nsrtoparm slight play+wheel bearing

slight play in steering joints osf

Pass 3 Mar 2006 188,006 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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R303 VCF is a 1998 BMW 750 in Green with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 112,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R303 VCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R303 VCF registered?

R303 VCF is a 1998 BMW 750, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R303 VCF safe to buy?

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