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498 XUL

2008 BMW Isetta

Red Petrol 295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,883 mi
Last recorded42,883 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2009
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Vehicle Details

Registration498 XUL
MakeBMW
ModelIsetta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2009 42,883 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 42,483 miles

advise hand brake sticking sometimes

advise possible leak on three way brake union

Fail 29 Oct 2008 42,479 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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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498 XUL is a 2008 BMW Isetta in Red with a 295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 498 XUL, 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 18 years old, this BMW Isetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of 498 XUL?

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What year was 498 XUL registered?

498 XUL is a 2008 BMW Isetta, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is 498 XUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 498 XUL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 498 XUL have outstanding finance?

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