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S174 NEC

1998 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2010
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS174 NEC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2009
Fail 22 May 2009

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 May 2008 167,388 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 151,846 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 142,343 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 129,982 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 124,347 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 124,347 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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S174 NEC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S174 NEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S174 NEC?

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What year was S174 NEC registered?

S174 NEC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 14 October 1998.

Is S174 NEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S174 NEC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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