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VES 228S

1978 BMW 730

Green Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,658 mi
Last recorded63,658 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVES 228S
MakeBMW
Model730
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2009 63,658 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 63,658 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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VES 228S is a 1978 BMW 730 in Green with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VES 228S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 48 years old, this BMW 730 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VES 228S registered?

VES 228S is a 1978 BMW 730, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is VES 228S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VES 228S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VES 228S have outstanding finance?

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