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P59 PKV

1997 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

152,158 mi
Last recorded152,158 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 PKV
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 152,158 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 150,914 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 149,292 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 148,427 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 147,109 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 13 Sep 2014 147,109 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 146,685 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 145,103 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 143,214 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 142,415 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 138,804 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 137,608 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 127,307 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 118,243 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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P59 PKV is a 1997 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P59 PKV, 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 P59 PKV registered?

P59 PKV is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P59 PKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 PKV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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