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R868 VRK

1997 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,488 mi
Last recorded122,488 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW 728120,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR868 VRK
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 122,488 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 111,964 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres worn on the legal limit

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 111,964 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres worn on the legal limit

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 100,561 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play nearside steering idler

Fail 20 Aug 2013 100,561 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play nearside steering idler

Pass 8 Sep 2012 96,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 89,565 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear breake disc outer face corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2010 80,338 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 21 Jan 2010 78,188 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 65,626 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 65,626 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 55,094 miles

LARGE WEAR RIDGES ON INNER SIDES OF FRONT DISCS

Pass 18 Jan 2007 47,489 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 41,005 miles

N/S REAR TYRE WORN VERY LOW 1.8MM (ADVISE TO BE REPLACED)

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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R868 VRK is a 1997 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R868 VRK, 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 R868 VRK registered?

R868 VRK is a 1997 BMW 728, first registered on 20 October 1997.

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