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P253 PGU

1997 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

85,048 mi
Last recorded85,048 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 PGU
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 85,048 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 84,568 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear tyre has slight damage outer wall

Pass 12 Dec 2016 82,948 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 81,043 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 81,043 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 80,107 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2013 78,267 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Nov 2013 78,267 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 75,384 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 75,384 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 72,298 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 70,026 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 70,026 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 67,350 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 64,757 miles

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

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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P253 PGU is a 1997 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 P253 PGU, 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 P253 PGU?

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What year was P253 PGU registered?

P253 PGU is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P253 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P253 PGU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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