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DN51 ZFV

2001 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,884 mi
Last recorded119,884 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 ZFV
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 119,884 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' STONE CHIP (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 117,018 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 113,758 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 109,710 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 105,440 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 100,006 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 96,924 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 93,117 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 88,897 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 84,106 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 78,426 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 67,780 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 67,780 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 58,206 miles

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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DN51 ZFV is a 2001 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 103,890 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 DN51 ZFV, 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 25 years old, this BMW 728 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DN51 ZFV?

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What year was DN51 ZFV registered?

DN51 ZFV is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is DN51 ZFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN51 ZFV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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