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A8 OWJ

1996 BMW 7 Series

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

154,274 mi
Last recorded154,274 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2007
Typical for 1996 BMW 7 Series126,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 OWJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2007 154,274 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 154,274 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 149,083 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 149,080 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2006 14,956 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

oil leak

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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A8 OWJ is a 1996 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 A8 OWJ, 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

How do I check the history of A8 OWJ?

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What year was A8 OWJ registered?

A8 OWJ is a 1996 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 11 January 1996.

Is A8 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 OWJ shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 OWJ have outstanding finance?

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