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V278 DPL

1999 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,790 mi
Last recorded106,790 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW 728110,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV278 DPL
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 106,790 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2017 96,337 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 96,337 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2016 90,115 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 81,901 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 80,683 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 76,766 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 72,419 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 67,478 miles

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Jan 2009 62,456 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 57,363 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 57,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE GETTING LOW ON OUTER EDGE,SUSPECT TRACKING AT FAULT.

Pass 18 Jan 2007 51,590 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2006 45,339 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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V278 DPL is a 1999 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V278 DPL, 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 V278 DPL?

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What year was V278 DPL registered?

V278 DPL is a 1999 BMW 728, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V278 DPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V278 DPL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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