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P338 UGU

1997 BMW 528

Green Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

203,726 mi
Last recorded203,726 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW 528122,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP338 UGU
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 203,726 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 203,726 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 199,868 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 196,362 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 196,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 190,632 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 190,632 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 185,822 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 185,822 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 182,210 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 181,634 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 101,066 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 179,707 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 178,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 178,147 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 177,042 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 176,000 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 173,315 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 168,080 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing uneven

Fail 12 Aug 2006 161,997 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 161,997 miles

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

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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P338 UGU is a 1997 BMW 528 in Green with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1997 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 122,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P338 UGU, 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 29 years old, this BMW 528 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P338 UGU registered?

P338 UGU is a 1997 BMW 528, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P338 UGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P338 UGU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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