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R78 LPH

1997 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,408 mi
Last recorded154,408 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 LPH
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2024 154,408 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 150,620 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 146,829 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 143,939 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 141,188 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 137,525 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 132,815 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 128,251 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 122,849 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 119,667 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 115,307 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 111,727 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 108,093 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 104,148 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 99,476 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 94,862 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 89,850 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 83,789 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 82,120 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 74,815 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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R78 LPH is a 1997 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R78 LPH, 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 R78 LPH registered?

R78 LPH is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R78 LPH safe to buy?

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