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A549 FLW

1983 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,026 mi
Last recorded12,026 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1983 BMW Unknown37,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA549 FLW
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 12,026 miles

Advise, Machines general condition overall worn/poor condition.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 12,026 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Stop lamp does not operate from front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Advise, Machines general condition overall worn/poor condition.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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A549 FLW is a 1983 BMW Unknown in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 37,899 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A549 FLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A549 FLW?

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What year was A549 FLW registered?

A549 FLW is a 1983 BMW Unknown, first registered on 30 August 1983.

Is A549 FLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A549 FLW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A549 FLW have outstanding finance?

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