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P205 VRF

1997 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

159,030 mi
Last recorded159,030 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2007
Typical for 1997 BMW 7 Series124,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP205 VRF
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2007 159,030 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 159,029 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 141,640 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

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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P205 VRF is a 1997 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 124,752 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 P205 VRF, 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 29 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 P205 VRF?

You can check the full history of P205 VRF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P205 VRF registered?

P205 VRF is a 1997 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P205 VRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P205 VRF 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.

Does P205 VRF have outstanding finance?

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