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R219 NKB

1998 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

141,312 mi
Last recorded141,312 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 NKB
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2012 141,312 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 141,294 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 135,859 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 131,038 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 124,741 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 124,741 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 118,829 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 112,838 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 106,013 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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R219 NKB is a 1998 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 114,121 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 R219 NKB, 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 28 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 R219 NKB?

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What year was R219 NKB registered?

R219 NKB is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R219 NKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R219 NKB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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