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L30 PMM

1998 BMW 728

Green Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,921 mi
Last recorded168,921 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW 728114,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL30 PMM
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 168,921 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 168,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall perished (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall/tread perished (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall perished (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill corroded and holed (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall split (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2012 165,968 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 155,298 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 150,082 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 143,270 miles

all indicators fading

movement in steering system

n/s/f tyre on legal limit on outer edge advise replacment

rear brake hoses perishing

windscreen chipped

Pass 23 Jun 2007 132,248 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit ( advise replacement ) 255 45 ZR 18 CONTINENTAL SPORT

off side front tyre worn on outer edge on legal limit ( advise replacement ) 235 50 ZR 18 CONTINETAL CONTACT SPORT

under trays fitted

wind screen chipped

Pass 17 Jun 2006 117,834 miles

movement in both rear suspension systems

movement in steering system

under trays fitted

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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L30 PMM is a 1998 BMW 728 in Green with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L30 PMM, 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 L30 PMM registered?

L30 PMM is a 1998 BMW 728, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is L30 PMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L30 PMM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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