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R305 LPN

1997 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

127,135 mi
Last recorded127,135 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW 750124,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR305 LPN
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 127,135 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 127,135 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 127,072 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 125,338 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 123,023 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 121,578 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 121,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 128,387 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 116,288 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 121,434 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2012 110,778 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 110,159 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 105,082 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 101,485 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 98,701 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 95,346 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 96,126 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 73,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2005 73,483 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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R305 LPN is a 1997 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 124,342 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 R305 LPN, 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 29 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R305 LPN registered?

R305 LPN is a 1997 BMW 750, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R305 LPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R305 LPN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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