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Y228 DMD

2001 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,709 mi
Last recorded71,709 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2008
Typical for 2001 BMW 7 Series99,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY228 DMD
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2008 71,709 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 62,066 miles

damage to the alloy wheels

damage to the side walls of the offside tyres and the nearside front tyre

minor stone chips to screen

offside front on the legal limit 1.6 mm

Pass 27 Sep 2006 53,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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Y228 DMD is a 2001 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 99,992 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 Y228 DMD, 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 25 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 Y228 DMD registered?

Y228 DMD is a 2001 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y228 DMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y228 DMD shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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