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Y344 DRW

2001 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,212 mi
Last recorded162,212 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW 7 Series99,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY344 DRW
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2011 162,212 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 150,890 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 142,726 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 133,826 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 118,969 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 99,666 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 99,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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Y344 DRW is a 2001 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y344 DRW, 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 Y344 DRW registered?

Y344 DRW is a 2001 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 May 2001.

Is Y344 DRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y344 DRW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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