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FO 4353

1998 BMW 728

Purple Gas bi-fuel 2788cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

286,518 mi
Last recorded286,518 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFO 4353
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 286,518 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 279,120 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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FO 4353 is a 1998 BMW 728 in Purple with a 2,788cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FO 4353, 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

How do I check the history of FO 4353?

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What year was FO 4353 registered?

FO 4353 is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is FO 4353 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FO 4353 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.

Does FO 4353 have outstanding finance?

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