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S48 CCB

1998 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,743 mi
Last recorded167,743 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS48 CCB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2008 167,743 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 155,763 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 155,676 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 155,676 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 146,305 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 135,528 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2005 115,424 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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S48 CCB is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S48 CCB, 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 S48 CCB?

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What year was S48 CCB registered?

S48 CCB is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is S48 CCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S48 CCB 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 S48 CCB have outstanding finance?

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