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15 ETA

1961 BMW Isetta

Red Petrol 300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

54,097 mi
Last recorded54,097 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1961 BMW Isetta38,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration15 ETA
MakeBMW
ModelIsetta
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine300cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 54,097 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 53,867 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 53,558 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 53,340 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 53,099 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 52,886 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 52,724 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 52,572 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 52,350 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 52,082 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 51,902 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 51,754 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2005 51,646 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6.C2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 51,646 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the BMW Isetta?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Horn not working 9
Direction indicators not working 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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15 ETA is a 1961 BMW Isetta in Red with a 300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1961 BMW Isetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 38,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Isetta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 15 ETA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Isetta typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this BMW Isetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 15 ETA?

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What year was 15 ETA registered?

15 ETA is a 1961 BMW Isetta, first registered on 23 February 1961.

Is 15 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 15 ETA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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