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S210 BBV

1998 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,155 mi
Last recorded151,155 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS210 BBV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2007 151,155 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 141,249 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 29,430 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 29,334 miles

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

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

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

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

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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S210 BBV is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 S210 BBV, 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 S210 BBV?

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What year was S210 BBV registered?

S210 BBV is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is S210 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S210 BBV shows 4 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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