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V5 PTN

2020 BMW 7 Series

White Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,280 mi
Last recorded37,280 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 7 Series37,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 PTN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 37,280 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 27,584 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 16,469 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 13,985 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 13,984 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing between groups of numbers and letters (0.1 (d))

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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V5 PTN is a 2020 BMW 7 Series in White with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 37,244 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 V5 PTN, 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 6 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V5 PTN?

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What year was V5 PTN registered?

V5 PTN is a 2020 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 17 July 2020.

Is V5 PTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V5 PTN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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