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BIL 242

2009 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,006 mi
Last recorded58,006 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2009 BMW 7 Series90,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIL 242
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2020 58,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 56,504 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on outer edges

rear brake discs corroded on contact surfaces

Pass 7 Feb 2018 54,525 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 53,045 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 50,138 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 46,558 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 37,287 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 30,507 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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BIL 242 is a 2009 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 90,207 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 BIL 242, 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 17 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BIL 242 registered?

BIL 242 is a 2009 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 10 March 2009.

Is BIL 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIL 242 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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