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Y947 EFC

2001 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

168,248 mi
Last recorded168,248 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 7 Series99,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY947 EFC
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 168,248 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 163,389 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2017 163,321 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 157,385 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 151,695 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 144,876 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 8 Oct 2012 139,195 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 133,315 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 128,651 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 121,202 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 114,027 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2007 104,744 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 104,744 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 89,261 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)

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)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 75,399 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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Y947 EFC is a 2001 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y947 EFC, 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 Y947 EFC registered?

Y947 EFC is a 2001 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y947 EFC safe to buy?

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