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S31 EKR

2017 BMW 7 Series

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,291 mi
Last recorded93,291 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2017 BMW 7 Series49,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS31 EKR
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 93,291 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 93,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On outer tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2023 92,318 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 91,563 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 80,951 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Oct 2021 80,951 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Oct 2020 75,230 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 75,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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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S31 EKR is a 2017 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 1,998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 49,364 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S31 EKR, 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 9 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S31 EKR?

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What year was S31 EKR registered?

S31 EKR is a 2017 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 October 2017.

Is S31 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S31 EKR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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