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RY54 FCA

2005 BMW 7 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,016 mi
Last recorded84,016 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 FCA
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2008 84,016 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 68,358 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 61,082 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 43,269 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 38,852 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 15,613 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 15,607 miles

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

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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RY54 FCA is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 RY54 FCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY54 FCA registered?

RY54 FCA is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 3 February 2005.

Is RY54 FCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY54 FCA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RY54 FCA have outstanding finance?

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