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S738 CHC

1998 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,317 mi
Last recorded155,317 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 BMW 7 Series122,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS738 CHC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2008 155,317 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 146,130 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2006 135,343 miles

o/s/r tyre worn to excess on outer edge.

Fail 15 Aug 2006 135,342 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre tread worn to excess on outer edge.

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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S738 CHC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,793cc 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 S738 CHC, 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 S738 CHC?

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What year was S738 CHC registered?

S738 CHC is a 1998 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 11 August 1998.

Is S738 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S738 CHC 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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