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S279 BPH

1999 BMW 7 Series

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,162 mi
Last recorded84,162 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2007
Typical for 1999 BMW 7 Series115,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS279 BPH
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2007 84,162 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 68,803 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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S279 BPH is a 1999 BMW 7 Series in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 115,910 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 S279 BPH, 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 27 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 S279 BPH registered?

S279 BPH is a 1999 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 12 February 1999.

Is S279 BPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S279 BPH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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