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GEZ 1686

1998 BMW 528

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

145,377 mi
Last recorded145,377 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2006
Typical for 1998 BMW 528118,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEZ 1686
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2006 145,377 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the BMW 528?

Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,782
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,791
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,746
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,749
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,592
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GEZ 1686 is a 1998 BMW 528 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1998 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 118,565 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 528 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,782 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEZ 1686, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 528 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 528 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GEZ 1686?

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What year was GEZ 1686 registered?

GEZ 1686 is a 1998 BMW 528, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is GEZ 1686 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEZ 1686 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GEZ 1686 have outstanding finance?

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