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Y971 RBR

2001 BMW 7 Series

Blue Lpg 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,828 mi
Last recorded73,828 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW 7 Series99,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY971 RBR
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 73,828 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 69,937 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 67,018 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 67,006 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 64,927 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 64,877 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 61,678 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 60,152 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 59,354 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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Y971 RBR is a 2001 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 4,398cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y971 RBR, 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 Y971 RBR?

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What year was Y971 RBR registered?

Y971 RBR is a 2001 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 16 May 2001.

Is Y971 RBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y971 RBR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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