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BAH 775X

1981 BMW 628

Green Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,536 mi
Last recorded79,536 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW 628118,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 775X
MakeBMW
Model628
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 79,536 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near and offside; back and front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 79,058 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2018 79,050 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 78,328 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 77,850 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 77,563 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 77,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

How Reliable is the BMW 628?

Based on 1,371 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
628
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Brake pipe excessively corroded 90
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 48
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BAH 775X is a 1981 BMW 628 in Green with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 BMW 628 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 118,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 628 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAH 775X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 628 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this BMW 628 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAH 775X registered?

BAH 775X is a 1981 BMW 628, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is BAH 775X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 775X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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