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Y386 HAV

2001 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,671 mi
Last recorded136,671 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW 7 Series99,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY386 HAV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 136,671 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 135,648 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

parts of under tray loose.

Fail 2 Sep 2011 135,643 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

parts of under tray loose.

Pass 4 Sep 2010 128,893 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 121,760 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2008 112,134 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 100,732 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 88,811 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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Y386 HAV is a 2001 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y386 HAV, 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 Y386 HAV registered?

Y386 HAV is a 2001 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y386 HAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y386 HAV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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