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S252 TWG

1998 BMW 728

Black Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS252 TWG
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2013
Fail 31 May 2013

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012

Airbag light on

Fail 14 Mar 2012

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

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

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

Airbag light on

Pass 26 May 2011

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside steering idler arm has slight play in bush

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 May 2011

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside steering idler arm has slight play in bush

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 May 2010

Slight play in nearside steering idler arm bush/pin

Fail 18 May 2010

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Slight play in nearside steering idler arm bush/pin

Fail 14 May 2009 103,644 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 May 2009 103,644 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 100,657 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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S252 TWG is a 1998 BMW 728 in Black with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S252 TWG, 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 S252 TWG?

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What year was S252 TWG registered?

S252 TWG is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S252 TWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S252 TWG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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