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W157 VKE

2000 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

211,293 mi
Last recorded211,293 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2000 BMW 728108,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW157 VKE
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 211,293 miles

front & rear metal brake pipes corroded not to x/s at time of test.

n/s/f o/s/f & o/s/r tyres slightly perished tread no ply or cords exposed at time of test.

o/s/r shock damp not leaking to x/s at time of test.

o/s/r tyre low tread on inside edge no ply or cords exposed at time of test.

Pass 6 May 2015 208,561 miles

all 4 tyres slightly perrished no ply or cords exposed at time of test.

n/s/f & o/s/f anti-roll bar drop link rubber boots slightly perrished not split at time of test.

o/s/f metal brake pipe slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

o/s/r shock damp not leaking to x/s at time of test.

slight play/wear in steering system not to x/s at time of test.

Fail 5 May 2015 208,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

all 4 tyres slightly perrished no ply or cords exposed at time of test.

n/s/f & o/s/f anti-roll bar drop link rubber boots slightly perrished not split at time of test.

o/s/f metal brake pipe slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

o/s/r shock damp not leaking to x/s at time of test.

slight play/wear in steering system not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 2 Jun 2014 206,325 miles

engine oil leak.

n/s/f shock damp not leaking to x/s at time of test.

slight play/wear in n/s/r & o/s/r radius arm bushes not to x/s at time of test.

Fail 12 May 2014 206,325 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2013 201,781 miles

o/s/r suspension creaking.

slight play/wear in n/s steering idler bushes not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 10 May 2012 197,796 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f wiper blades poor condition (split on the ends)still clearing windscreen at time of test.

n/s/f door mirror glass damaged at time of test.(vehicle has o/s and interior mirror at time of test)

n/s/r parking brake effort slightly low not below limits at time of test.

slight play/wear in steering system not to x/s at time of test.

Fail 30 Apr 2012 197,537 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f & o/s/f wiper blades poor condition (split on the ends)still clearing windscreen at time of test.

n/s/f door mirror glass damaged at time of test.(vehicle has o/s and interior mirror at time of test)

n/s/r parking brake effort slightly low not below limits at time of test.

slight play/wear in steering system not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 5 May 2011 190,157 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak from engine

Pass 28 May 2010 182,124 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 176,762 miles

slight play in n/s/f steering drumstick not to x/s at time of test.

Fail 18 May 2009 176,762 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight play in n/s/f steering drumstick not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 27 May 2008 159,311 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 139,499 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 139,499 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake fluid low.

front & rear dicsc worn.

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres low on edges.

o/s/r tyre 2mm left (1.6mm limit)

rear pads low.

Fail 27 May 2006 111,394 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2006 111,394 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 103,315 miles

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

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

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

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

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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W157 VKE is a 2000 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 108,330 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 W157 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 26 years old, this BMW 728 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W157 VKE is a 2000 BMW 728, first registered on 10 June 2000.

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