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T131 UBA

1999 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests27 (24 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 BMW 728110,674 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT131 UBA
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

24 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025
Pass 8 Aug 2024
Pass 6 Feb 2024 141,879 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 138,279 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 134,649 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 134,649 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 134,542 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 134,542 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 133,940 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 133,246 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 125,245 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 125,245 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 115,319 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 112,313 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 107,651 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 104,767 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 101,949 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 99,052 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 95,911 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 91,607 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 88,271 miles

plastic sill covers fitted also underside front

Pass 7 Nov 2009 81,583 miles

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

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

plastic sill covers on o/s n/s outer sill assys plastic cover under front

Pass 17 Nov 2008 75,611 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 70,710 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 68,835 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 66,459 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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T131 UBA is a 1999 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T131 UBA, 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 T131 UBA?

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What year was T131 UBA registered?

T131 UBA is a 1999 BMW 728, first registered on 30 March 1999.

Is T131 UBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T131 UBA shows 27 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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