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BMW 728

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

R389 GEUMOT history

R389 GEU is a green petrol BMW 728 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 128,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
128,733 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 GEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 GEU was last recorded at 128,733 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 1,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,039 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,694 miles
Average per year
1,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,733 miles
  • 2023 – 127,039 miles
  • 2022 – 125,066 miles
  • 2021 – 125,047 miles
  • 2020 – 125,017 miles
  • 2019 – 122,582 miles
  • 2018 – 117,305 miles
  • 2017 – 112,030 miles
  • 2016 – 110,391 miles
  • 2015 – 109,671 miles
  • 2014 – 109,249 miles
  • 2013 – 108,738 miles
  • 2012 – 108,131 miles
  • 2011 – 107,415 miles
  • 2010 – 106,530 miles
  • 2009 – 102,250 miles
  • 2008 – 98,905 miles
  • 2006 – 94,677 miles
  • 2005 – 88,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,733 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,733 miles (+1,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    128,733 miles
    Test number
    416930113051
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  2. Pass127,039 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    127,039 miles
    Test number
    708804627763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,066 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,066 miles
    Test number
    188841687021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,062 miles (+15)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,062 miles
    Test number
    803100420185
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail125,047 miles (+30)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,047 miles
    Test number
    725550358105
    • DangerousIntermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted wet test
    • AdvisorySteering drop arm bush worn

  6. Fail125,017 miles (+2,435)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,017 miles
    Test number
    376233949662
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii))

  7. Pass122,582 miles (+5,277)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,582 miles
    Test number
    924768112088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass117,305 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    117,305 miles
    Test number
    379568030021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,030 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,030 miles
    Test number
    884529941185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,391 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,391 miles
    Test number
    571136840108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,671 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,671 miles
    Test number
    627241474999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,249 miles (+511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,249 miles
    Test number
    878673274275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass108,738 miles (+607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    108,738 miles
    Test number
    417736173207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass108,131 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    108,131 miles
    Test number
    596209272244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass107,415 miles (+10)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    107,415 miles
    Test number
    408984301342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteFuel lines corroded
    • NoteRear heat shield insecure

  16. Fail107,405 miles (+875)12 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,405 miles
    Test number
    836962991238
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteFuel lines corroded
    • NoteRear heat shield insecure

  17. Fail106,530 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    133602170098
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass106,530 miles (+4,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    412912470071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail102,250 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,250 miles
    Test number
    131085569082
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass102,250 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,250 miles
    Test number
    680945469014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass98,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    98,905 miles
    Test number
    111361438006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,905 miles (+4,228)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,905 miles
    Test number
    160726928469
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass94,677 miles (+6,624)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    94,677 miles
    Test number
    311978526392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    88,053 miles
    Test number
    833709525303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R389 GEU

Does R389 GEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R389 GEU is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R389 GEU?
The MOT on R389 GEU is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R389 GEU done?
R389 GEU was recorded at 128,733 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 1,969 miles a year.
Has R389 GEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 GEU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on R389 GEU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R389 GEU find?
R389 GEU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body; all suspension components corroded.

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