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R257 UYX

1997 BMW 728

Green Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,975 mi
Last recorded78,975 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 UYX
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 78,975 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2025 78,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 78,355 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 77,704 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

both front flexi hoses have tape on them

spare tyre very low on pressure

Pass 4 Nov 2022 76,941 miles

Rear both rear shock absorber becoming corroded at spring seats

Pass 4 Nov 2021 76,400 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 76,400 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 75,929 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 75,309 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 75,260 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 74,391 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust bracket broken

Offside Front fog light lens broken

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 73,287 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 71,951 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 71,951 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 70,836 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 69,837 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

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

brake lining warning message on

Fail 29 Oct 2013 68,417 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake lining light on

Pass 29 Oct 2013 68,417 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

brake lining light on

Pass 18 Oct 2012 66,990 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

spare tyre flat

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Fail 18 Oct 2012 66,990 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

spare tyre flat

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2011 65,696 miles

spare tyre pressure a bit low

Pass 2 Nov 2010 64,065 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 62,494 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 61,448 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 60,105 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 Nov 2006 57,402 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 17 Oct 2005 53,796 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

spare tyre defective

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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R257 UYX is a 1997 BMW 728 in Green with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R257 UYX, 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 R257 UYX registered?

R257 UYX is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R257 UYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 UYX shows 27 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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