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W288 TRX

2000 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,891 mi
Last recorded85,891 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW 7 Series105,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW288 TRX
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 85,891 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 84,565 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 84,528 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 83,208 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 82,670 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 81,663 miles

rear brake compensator damp in oil and rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2019 80,079 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 76,714 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 76,674 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 75,614 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 68,852 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Oct 2011 68,852 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 60,850 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 60,847 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 52,569 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 48,525 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 41,766 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 31,426 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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W288 TRX is a 2000 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 W288 TRX, 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

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What year was W288 TRX registered?

W288 TRX is a 2000 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W288 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W288 TRX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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