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NU51 TBY

2001 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

247,196 mi
Last recorded247,196 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 TBY
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 247,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 232,981 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 219,484 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 204,966 miles

Nearside Lower outer sill slight corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2022 192,371 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 178,672 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 178,294 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad securing pin insecure (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 171,441 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 166,734 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 163,186 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 154,362 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 145,953 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 137,730 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 121,647 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 113,151 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 106,251 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 97,532 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 83,978 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 69,008 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 49,708 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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NU51 TBY is a 2001 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 NU51 TBY, 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 NU51 TBY?

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What year was NU51 TBY registered?

NU51 TBY is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is NU51 TBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 TBY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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