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A12 SBB

1985 BMW 728

Black Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

165,690 mi
Last recorded165,690 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 BMW 72899,915 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 SBB
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2008 165,690 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all brakes rusted

all exhaust rubbers perished

all fuel pipes rusted

o/s/f slight play in wheel bearing

Fail 16 Apr 2008 165,689 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All brakes rusted

all exhuast rubbers perished

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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A12 SBB is a 1985 BMW 728 in Black with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 99,915 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A12 SBB, 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 41 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 A12 SBB registered?

A12 SBB is a 1985 BMW 728, first registered on 7 August 1985.

Is A12 SBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 SBB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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