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R354 NPN

1998 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

115,217 mi
Last recorded115,217 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR354 NPN
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 115,217 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 112,267 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 103,708 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 103,708 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 98,283 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 92,430 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 86,548 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 80,285 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 73,967 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 67,474 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 61,071 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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R354 NPN is a 1998 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R354 NPN, 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 R354 NPN?

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What year was R354 NPN registered?

R354 NPN is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R354 NPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R354 NPN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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