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X97 XPJ

2000 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

251,621 mi
Last recorded251,621 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW 728108,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX97 XPJ
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 251,621 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 244,831 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Nov 2018 241,572 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 236,751 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

under trays fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2017 236,751 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2016 222,567 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s + o/s rear jacking points slight corrosion

n/s + o/s rear tyres close to wear bars

o/s exhaust rear silencer corroded

plastic sill covers fitted

temporary fuel cap fitted

underbody covers fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2016 222,020 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s + o/s rear jacking points slight corrosion

n/s + o/s rear tyres close to wear bars

o/s exhaust rear silencer corroded

plastic sill covers fitted

temporary fuel cap fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2015 196,679 miles

Offside Front brake flexi cracking

Offside Rear brake flexi cracking

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine oil leak

n/s + o/s rear jacking points signs of corrosion

plastic sill covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Fail 7 Dec 2015 196,675 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front brake flexi cracking

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

Offside Rear brake flexi cracking

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine oil leak

n/s + o/s rear jacking points signs of corrosion

plastic sill covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2014 183,329 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 173,730 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 164,916 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 156,642 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 156,598 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 147,114 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 135,017 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 122,219 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 108,597 miles

all four tyre treads getting low

Pass 13 Jun 2006 89,160 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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X97 XPJ is a 2000 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 X97 XPJ, 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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What year was X97 XPJ registered?

X97 XPJ is a 2000 BMW 728, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X97 XPJ safe to buy?

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