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Y89 VGF

2001 BMW 728

Green Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,530 mi
Last recorded147,530 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 VGF
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 147,530 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

damage to o/s/f bumper

Pass 16 Jan 2021 147,174 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 134,124 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play centre arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 132,960 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 132,092 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 132,090 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 130,909 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 130,909 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 119,079 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 98,586 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 98,586 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s inner washer jet blocked

Pass 21 Nov 2005 74,290 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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Y89 VGF is a 2001 BMW 728 in Green with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y89 VGF, 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 Y89 VGF registered?

Y89 VGF is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y89 VGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y89 VGF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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