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MGP 981Y

1983 BMW 728

Blue Petrol 2478cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

202,403 mi
Last recorded202,403 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 BMW 728105,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGP 981Y
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,478cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 202,403 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 200,998 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 201,324 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 200,957 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 200,234 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 199,170 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 196,900 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 196,900 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 192,496 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 191,495 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 191,307 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2010 191,307 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2009 186,502 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 181,688 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 May 2008 181,688 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 May 2007 175,389 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 175,389 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 169,898 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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MGP 981Y is a 1983 BMW 728 in Blue with a 2,478cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MGP 981Y, 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

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What year was MGP 981Y registered?

MGP 981Y is a 1983 BMW 728, first registered on 12 January 1983.

Is MGP 981Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGP 981Y shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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