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SOX 718Y

1983 BMW 628

Red Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

119,768 mi
Last recorded119,768 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW 628106,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOX 718Y
MakeBMW
Model628
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 119,768 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 118,598 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 118,583 miles

Engine Oil leak

Fail 25 Oct 2022 118,521 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leaks on engine

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 116,146 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 112,943 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 112,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 106,945 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 100,042 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 May 2017 93,107 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 May 2016 87,845 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 87,836 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 87,836 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 87,836 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 87,836 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 87,836 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 87,836 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 628?

Based on 1,371 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
628
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Brake pipe excessively corroded 90
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 48
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SOX 718Y is a 1983 BMW 628 in Red with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1983 BMW 628 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 628 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SOX 718Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 628 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this BMW 628 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SOX 718Y?

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What year was SOX 718Y registered?

SOX 718Y is a 1983 BMW 628, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is SOX 718Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOX 718Y shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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