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V903 KDW

1999 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

180,659 mi
Last recorded180,659 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 1999 BMW 728110,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV903 KDW
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 180,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 28 Mar 2013 132,337 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 132,337 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

power steering noisey

Fail 21 Feb 2012 160,186 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Feb 2012 160,186 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2010 144,349 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

front and rear discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Dec 2009 136,931 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES 2-3ML

Pass 1 Dec 2008 129,171 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 121,826 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 113,892 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2006 113,892 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2005 102,615 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 31 Oct 2005 102,615 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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V903 KDW 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 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V903 KDW, 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 V903 KDW registered?

V903 KDW is a 1999 BMW 728, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V903 KDW safe to buy?

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