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BU11 TAX

2013 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,266 mi
Last recorded58,266 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 7 Series73,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU11 TAX
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 58,266 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 57,410 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 57,329 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured in 3 places (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured in 1 place (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2023 56,529 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 54,551 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 53,795 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 52,705 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 48,918 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 46,242 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 40,402 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 40,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and has cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 35,882 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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BU11 TAX is a 2013 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 73,874 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 BU11 TAX, 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 13 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU11 TAX registered?

BU11 TAX is a 2013 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is BU11 TAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU11 TAX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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