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W261 MCF

2000 BMW 728

Grey Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,456 mi
Last recorded160,456 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 728108,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW261 MCF
MakeBMW
Model728
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2012 160,456 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 158,896 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 156,934 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 153,408 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 143,147 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

engine cover loose

Pass 6 Mar 2008 143,147 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

engine cover loose

Pass 25 Jul 2007 137,591 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 137,591 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 123,181 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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W261 MCF is a 2000 BMW 728 in Grey with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 108,330 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 W261 MCF, 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 26 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 W261 MCF?

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What year was W261 MCF registered?

W261 MCF is a 2000 BMW 728, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W261 MCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W261 MCF shows 9 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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