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S894 JYX

1999 BMW 728

Green Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,003 mi
Last recorded49,003 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 728110,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS894 JYX
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 49,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 47,606 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Mar 2025 47,605 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 46,672 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2022 45,656 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2021 45,556 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 45,307 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 44,486 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 44,236 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 43,506 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 42,846 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 42,434 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 40,898 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 38,975 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 38,975 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 37,816 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 36,060 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 33,837 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 30,345 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 30,345 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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S894 JYX is a 1999 BMW 728 in Green with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 110,674 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 S894 JYX, 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 27 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 S894 JYX?

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What year was S894 JYX registered?

S894 JYX is a 1999 BMW 728, first registered on 22 January 1999.

Is S894 JYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S894 JYX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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