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A8 TTC

1997 BMW 728

Red Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,131 mi
Last recorded158,131 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 TTC
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2009 158,131 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 158,131 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 153,694 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

n/s front tyre cut to sidewall not exposing cords

Fail 18 Dec 2007 145,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

n/s front tyre cut to sidewall not exposing cords

Pass 10 Nov 2006 129,511 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres cuts to tread area not exposing cords /tread depth 3mm

n/s front n/s rear cuts to sidewalls not exposing cords

Pass 10 Nov 2005 111,378 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

How Reliable is the BMW 728?

Based on 84,739 MOT tests across 7,020 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,164
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
7,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,391
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 3,768
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,300
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,183
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,071
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A8 TTC is a 1997 BMW 728 in Red with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 120,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 728 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,391 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 TTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 728 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 728 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 TTC registered?

A8 TTC is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A8 TTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 TTC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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