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BOD 587Y

1983 BMW 728

White Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,943 mi
Last recorded160,943 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW 728105,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOD 587Y
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2025 160,943 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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BOD 587Y is a 1983 BMW 728 in White with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 105,902 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 BOD 587Y, 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 43 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 BOD 587Y?

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What year was BOD 587Y registered?

BOD 587Y is a 1983 BMW 728, first registered on 8 February 1983.

Is BOD 587Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOD 587Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BOD 587Y have outstanding finance?

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