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P69 JMF

1997 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

146,293 mi
Last recorded146,293 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP69 JMF
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 146,293 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 142,334 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 139,497 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 134,951 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 131,710 miles

Oil leak

o/s rear lower arm bush deteriorated however no excessive movement

Fail 26 Nov 2010 131,704 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2009 123,545 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 11,644 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 110,188 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 104,622 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear 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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P69 JMF is a 1997 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P69 JMF, 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 P69 JMF registered?

P69 JMF is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P69 JMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P69 JMF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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