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R48 LFJ

1997 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

150,416 mi
Last recorded150,416 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 BMW 750124,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 LFJ
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2009 150,416 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 149,056 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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

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

n/s/f tyre on the legal limit

Fail 13 Aug 2008 149,051 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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

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

n/s/f tyre on the legal limit

Pass 27 Jul 2007 141,885 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 141,875 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 134,405 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 134,069 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

o/s door mirror poor.

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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R48 LFJ is a 1997 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R48 LFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R48 LFJ registered?

R48 LFJ is a 1997 BMW 750, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R48 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R48 LFJ shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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