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OWO 89X

1981 BMW 728

Green Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,856 mi
Last recorded45,856 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWO 89X
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2010 45,856 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 44,564 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 44,084 miles

corrosion nearside and offside rear brake discs

Fail 11 Sep 2008 44,084 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

corrosion nearside and offside rear brake discs

Pass 8 Aug 2007 43,776 miles

centre exhaust silencer has a loose/rattling baffle

Pass 29 Sep 2006 43,356 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 43,056 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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OWO 89X is a 1981 BMW 728 in Green with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OWO 89X, 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 45 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 OWO 89X?

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What year was OWO 89X registered?

OWO 89X is a 1981 BMW 728, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is OWO 89X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWO 89X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OWO 89X have outstanding finance?

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