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W187 GKU

2000 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

131,992 mi
Last recorded131,992 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2008
Typical for 2000 BMW 7 Series105,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW187 GKU
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2008 131,992 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 131,992 miles

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 118,855 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 118,855 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 112,272 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 102,533 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2005 102,533 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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W187 GKU is a 2000 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 105,850 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 W187 GKU, 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 26 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 W187 GKU?

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What year was W187 GKU registered?

W187 GKU is a 2000 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 June 2000.

Is W187 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W187 GKU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W187 GKU have outstanding finance?

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