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A7 PVF

1998 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 PVF
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2018
Fail 24 Apr 2018

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 92,021 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 92,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/50/18w (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 91,235 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 90,407 miles

both front tyres cracking (outer edge)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 90,407 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

both front tyres cracking (outer edge)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 89,060 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Fail 17 Dec 2013 89,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 8 Oct 2012 86,582 miles

All 4 tyres showing start to craked on outside edge

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 84,592 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 82,301 miles

All 4x Tyre's,Edges Of Tread Area To Sidewalls Starting To Split(245/50 R18 100W).

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 79,710 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 76,920 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 71,764 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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A7 PVF is a 1998 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 114,121 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 A7 PVF, 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 28 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 A7 PVF registered?

A7 PVF is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is A7 PVF safe to buy?

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