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B2 NTG

1996 BMW 728

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

107,891 mi
Last recorded107,891 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW 728126,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 NTG
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 107,891 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 101,721 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 96,619 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 96,611 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 91,995 miles

both rear suspensionarms corroded

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 28 Jan 2013 86,609 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 86,609 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 81,050 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 81,047 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2011 75,180 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Feb 2011 75,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 68,375 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 68,375 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 60,874 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2008 55,336 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 46,438 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 39,808 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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B2 NTG is a 1996 BMW 728 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1996 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 126,392 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 B2 NTG, 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 30 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 B2 NTG?

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What year was B2 NTG registered?

B2 NTG is a 1996 BMW 728, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is B2 NTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 NTG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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