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Y897 NBL

2001 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

148,943 mi
Last recorded148,943 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 75090,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY897 NBL
MakeBMW
Model750
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 148,943 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

dampness around fuel tank

Pass 16 Feb 2018 139,250 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine management light on

Pass 21 Apr 2017 130,595 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

dampness around fuel tank

engine management light on

Pass 12 May 2016 124,493 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view glass faded (8.1.2a)

n/s rear suspension arm has slight creek

Fail 12 May 2016 124,493 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view glass faded (8.1.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault cleaned plug connection, light now stays out (3.4.1c)

n/s rear suspension arm has slight creek

Pass 1 Jun 2015 109,055 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 107,692 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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)

engine management light on

Pass 29 May 2013 105,197 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 101,353 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 95,883 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 89,221 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 83,728 miles

all indicators slight white

Pass 16 Jun 2008 77,608 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 63,946 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 53,166 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 39,673 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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Y897 NBL is a 2001 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 90,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y897 NBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y897 NBL is a 2001 BMW 750, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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