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V74 VKE

1999 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

247,017 mi
Last recorded247,017 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 1999 BMW 728110,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV74 VKE
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 247,017 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Fail 27 Nov 2017

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 11 Nov 2016 241,563 miles

Offside Rear jacking point surface corrosion

Oil leak ()

plastic trims covering sill sections

Pass 10 Nov 2015 240,883 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 238,261 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 236,034 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 227,395 miles

Brake pipes coated with grease not allowing full inspection

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2011 217,802 miles

Brake pipes coated with grease not allowing full inspection

Exhaust heatshield insecure

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

safety covers fitted underneath not allowing full inspection

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2010 203,321 miles

Both sides rear exhaust back-box heatshield insecure

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 191,765 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 180,082 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 168,494 miles

recommend to grease brake pipes

Pass 18 Sep 2006 142,377 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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V74 VKE is a 1999 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 V74 VKE, 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

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What year was V74 VKE registered?

V74 VKE is a 1999 BMW 728, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V74 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V74 VKE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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