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BHM 708T

1979 BMW Unknown

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 BMW Unknown41,766 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHM 708T
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2022

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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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BHM 708T is a 1979 BMW Unknown in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 41,766 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 BHM 708T, 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 47 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 BHM 708T?

You can check the full history of BHM 708T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BHM 708T registered?

BHM 708T is a 1979 BMW Unknown, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is BHM 708T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHM 708T 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 BHM 708T have outstanding finance?

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