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V174 FBD

1999 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 BMW 7 Series115,910 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV174 FBD
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2009
Fail 10 Mar 2009

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

off side door mirror cracked

Pass 2 Nov 2007 95,277 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 153,161 miles

brake light staying on

n/s/r wheel slight movement

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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V174 FBD is a 1999 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 1999 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 115,910 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 V174 FBD, 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 27 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 V174 FBD?

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What year was V174 FBD registered?

V174 FBD is a 1999 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V174 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V174 FBD 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.

Does V174 FBD have outstanding finance?

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