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2001 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

222,842 mi
Last recorded222,842 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY599 SEO
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 222,842 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 218,464 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 209,758 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 209,758 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 200,903 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 192,788 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 182,926 miles

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

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

Nearside and offside steering box dust covers deteriorating

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 174,092 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 165,916 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2012 165,916 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2011 157,133 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 145,057 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 133,704 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 125,319 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 125,313 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 114,003 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 99,370 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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Y599 SEO is a 2001 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 103,890 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 Y599 SEO, 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 25 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 Y599 SEO registered?

Y599 SEO is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y599 SEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y599 SEO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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