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R979 CWL

1998 BMW 7 Series

Silver Lpg 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR979 CWL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 167,609 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 162,752 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all brake discs corroding on inner surfaces.

both front suspension lower (rear) arm ball joint covers split but proventing the ingress of dirt.

Pass 10 Mar 2014 155,741 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 144,186 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 131,684 miles

all tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 4 Mar 2011 124,329 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 113,742 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 108,096 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 85,490 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 85,473 miles

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 10 Jul 2006 70,678 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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R979 CWL is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 4,398cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 122,840 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 R979 CWL, 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 28 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R979 CWL registered?

R979 CWL is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R979 CWL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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