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S616 GAN

1998 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

176,807 mi
Last recorded176,807 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS616 GAN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2007 176,807 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 176,807 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 162,449 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 162,449 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 134,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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S616 GAN is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 S616 GAN, 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 S616 GAN?

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What year was S616 GAN registered?

S616 GAN is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S616 GAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S616 GAN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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