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P380 NLX

1997 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP380 NLX
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025
Pass 14 Dec 2023 109,969 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undersheilds

Fail 12 Dec 2023 109,968 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undersheilds

Pass 6 Dec 2022 108,547 miles

chassis undersealed and body

Pass 6 Dec 2021 105,153 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2021 105,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 102,664 miles

surface rust all over

suspension bushes slight cracking

Pass 18 Dec 2019 102,041 miles

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

rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 Dec 2018 100,524 miles

fuel lines corroded

rear shockies rusty

exhaust rusty

front suspension bushes worn ans cracking

Pass 29 Nov 2017 99,755 miles

Oil leak ()

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 19 Nov 2016 98,851 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 98,182 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 96,781 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 95,221 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 93,974 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 92,231 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 91,015 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009
Pass 9 Oct 2008 87,567 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 86,091 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 85,002 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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P380 NLX is a 1997 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P380 NLX, 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

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What year was P380 NLX registered?

P380 NLX is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 28 January 1997.

Is P380 NLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P380 NLX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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