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Y40 DRP

2001 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,514 mi
Last recorded92,514 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW 7 Series99,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY40 DRP
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 92,514 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 92,110 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 91,025 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 89,669 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 85,522 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 83,462 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 83,425 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2011 77,536 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2011 77,469 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2010 71,458 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 67,173 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 57,669 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 53,399 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 44,820 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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Y40 DRP is a 2001 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 Y40 DRP, 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

How do I check the history of Y40 DRP?

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What year was Y40 DRP registered?

Y40 DRP is a 2001 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y40 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y40 DRP shows 14 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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