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YIL 5501

1995 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

309,725 mi
Last recorded309,725 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2008
Typical for 1995 BMW 7 Series130,412 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIL 5501
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2008 309,725 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 309,725 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 308,827 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 304,678 miles

slight play front suspension, steering cant see any worn parts †

Pass 28 Dec 2005 298,029 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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YIL 5501 is a 1995 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 130,412 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 YIL 5501, 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 31 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 YIL 5501?

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What year was YIL 5501 registered?

YIL 5501 is a 1995 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 24 February 1995.

Is YIL 5501 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIL 5501 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YIL 5501 have outstanding finance?

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