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R460 KBU

1998 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,286 mi
Last recorded128,286 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR460 KBU
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 128,286 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 128,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 115,233 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 103,232 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 84,979 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2006 172,330 miles

offside front fog lamp lense cracked. no sharp edges.

rear registration plate deteriorated slightly.

unable inspect rear seat belts properly due to cargo on rear seats.

Fail 25 Aug 2006 172,275 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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R460 KBU 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 71.4%.

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 R460 KBU, 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 R460 KBU?

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What year was R460 KBU registered?

R460 KBU is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R460 KBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R460 KBU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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