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Y947 SVM

2001 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

180,006 mi
Last recorded180,006 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2010
Typical for 2001 BMW 728103,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY947 SVM
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2010 180,006 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 216,969 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 216,654 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 188,443 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 162,008 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 131,963 miles

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

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

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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Y947 SVM is a 2001 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y947 SVM, 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

How do I check the history of Y947 SVM?

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What year was Y947 SVM registered?

Y947 SVM is a 2001 BMW 728, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y947 SVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y947 SVM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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