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P101 HTF

1997 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,262 mi
Last recorded168,262 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 HTF
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2006 168,262 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 168,133 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 155,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

full undertray fitted

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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P101 HTF is a 1997 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P101 HTF, 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

How do I check the history of P101 HTF?

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What year was P101 HTF registered?

P101 HTF is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is P101 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P101 HTF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P101 HTF have outstanding finance?

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