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Y728 RFP

2001 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

137,078 mi
Last recorded137,078 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY728 RFP
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 137,078 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 137,078 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 136,211 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 134,118 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 134,118 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 128,729 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

steering idler (slight play)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 127,996 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 126,870 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 119,451 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 107,045 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 94,583 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 92,832 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 85,703 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both side repeaters slightly white

Pass 5 Mar 2007 79,822 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 73,668 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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Y728 RFP is a 2001 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y728 RFP, 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 Y728 RFP registered?

Y728 RFP is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y728 RFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y728 RFP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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