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S7 EKF

2005 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,215 mi
Last recorded131,215 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS7 EKF
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 131,215 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 129,992 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 129,959 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 129,299 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 126,731 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 125,259 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2020 123,555 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 120,662 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 120,662 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 113,868 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 113,351 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 111,579 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 108,628 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2013 100,608 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 97,280 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 89,621 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 79,089 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 68,120 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 54,441 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 43,349 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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S7 EKF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 92,898 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 S7 EKF, 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 21 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 S7 EKF registered?

S7 EKF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is S7 EKF safe to buy?

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