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XGZ 6505

1997 BMW 328

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,291 mi
Last recorded19,291 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW 328110,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGZ 6505
MakeBMW
Model328
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 May 2024 19,291 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 17,951 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 17,063 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 16,757 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 328?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 11
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 8
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8
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XGZ 6505 is a 1997 BMW 328 in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 328 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 110,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 328 fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGZ 6505, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 328 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 328 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XGZ 6505 registered?

XGZ 6505 is a 1997 BMW 328, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is XGZ 6505 safe to buy?

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