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A14 XYY

1996 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,210 mi
Last recorded137,210 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2007
Typical for 1996 BMW 7 Series126,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 XYY
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2007 137,210 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 26 Oct 2006 106,356 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 106,356 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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A14 XYY is a 1996 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 126,008 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A14 XYY, 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 30 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 A14 XYY registered?

A14 XYY is a 1996 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is A14 XYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 XYY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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