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R349 EKK

1998 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,567 mi
Last recorded63,567 miles
Recorded on22 May 2012
Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR349 EKK
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 May 2012 63,567 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 160,921 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 157,844 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 153,735 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 144,121 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 131,401 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 118,126 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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R349 EKK is a 1998 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R349 EKK, 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 R349 EKK?

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What year was R349 EKK registered?

R349 EKK is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R349 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R349 EKK shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R349 EKK have outstanding finance?

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