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R692 LGK

1997 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

114,561 mi
Last recorded114,561 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR692 LGK
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 114,561 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 112,721 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 111,241 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 111,241 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 110,331 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 108,884 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 108,884 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear 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 1 Jun 2013 107,822 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2012 106,873 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 106,873 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011
Pass 12 Apr 2010 104,206 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 102,482 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 98,895 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 87,891 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 75,980 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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R692 LGK is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R692 LGK, 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 R692 LGK registered?

R692 LGK is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R692 LGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R692 LGK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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