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Y842 ONY

2001 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

110,047 mi
Last recorded110,047 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY842 ONY
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 110,047 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 104,131 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 97,556 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 93,080 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 88,984 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 82,840 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 77,960 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 74,751 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 72,180 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Plastic sill covers obscure some prescribed areas

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2012 69,316 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 66,069 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 63,682 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 60,320 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 52,977 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2007 49,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 29 May 2007 49,345 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 44,941 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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Y842 ONY 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 94.1%.

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 Y842 ONY, 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 Y842 ONY registered?

Y842 ONY is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y842 ONY safe to buy?

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