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R44 KBB

2005 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,061 mi
Last recorded140,061 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR44 KBB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 140,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Dec 2016 140,061 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush lower front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush lower front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 123,258 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 118,770 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 114,127 miles

Emmission test done. NO RADING RECORDED

Pass 16 Oct 2012 113,069 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 113,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

air bag light on

Pass 22 Sep 2011 100,693 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 84,374 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 84,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 66,371 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 46,819 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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R44 KBB is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 92,898 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 R44 KBB, 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 21 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R44 KBB registered?

R44 KBB is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is R44 KBB safe to buy?

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