1997 BMW 728 2.8L Petrol · R780 ARO
1997 BMW 728 (2.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 1997. Recorded mileage 37,907 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- BMW 728
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,907 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R780 ARO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 37,907 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R780 ARO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW 728 (R780 ARO) between September 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
R780 ARO Mileage History
- 23/09/202236,785 mi
- 05/10/202337,111 mi+326 mi
- 14/10/202437,725 mi+614 mi
- 22/05/202637,907 mi+182 mi
Average of roughly 307 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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