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C474 XLM

1985 BMW 728

Bronze Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,093 mi
Last recorded49,093 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 1985 BMW 72899,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC474 XLM
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1985
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2007 49,093 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 48,138 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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C474 XLM is a 1985 BMW 728 in Bronze with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 C474 XLM, 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 C474 XLM registered?

C474 XLM is a 1985 BMW 728, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C474 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C474 XLM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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