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KL51 XVB

2001 BMW 728

Purple Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

148,336 mi
Last recorded148,336 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 XVB
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 148,336 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 147,466 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 146,304 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 145,897 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 143,025 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 136,065 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both fronts corroding (3.6.B.2c)

Front both front tyres starting to perish

Front both wipers starting to smear and squeling also drivers wiper arm catches on bonnet but not affecting operation

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroding (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroded (strong advise) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both slightly perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint arm ball joint has slight play in both rear arms (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroding at top of disc (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

bonnet catch release takes two people to release but still operational

Fail 13 Apr 2018 135,969 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split open (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both fronts corroding (3.6.B.2c)

Front both front tyres starting to perish

Front both wipers starting to smear and squeling also drivers wiper arm catches on bonnet but not affecting operation

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroding (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroded (strong advise) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both slightly perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint arm ball joint has slight play in both rear arms (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroding at top of disc (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

bonnet catch release takes two people to release but still operational

Pass 21 Mar 2017 127,434 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (at rear) in 2 areas (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 127,324 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (at rear) in 2 areas (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 119,402 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 115,832 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2015 115,831 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 109,715 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 105,613 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 99,428 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 94,669 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 92,722 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 87,618 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 19 Sep 2008 85,759 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 84,795 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 75,812 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 65,361 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 65,361 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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KL51 XVB is a 2001 BMW 728 in Purple with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KL51 XVB, 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

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What year was KL51 XVB registered?

KL51 XVB is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is KL51 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 XVB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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