MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,332 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
advise engine smoke emitting from tailpipe
nearside front shock absorber starting to leak
offside steering rack gaiter starting to split
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
How Reliable is the BMW 316?
Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CYR 8V is a 1979 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1979 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 76,953 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYR 8V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 47 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of CYR 8V?
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What year was CYR 8V registered?
CYR 8V is a 1979 BMW 316, first registered on 9 August 1979.
Is CYR 8V safe to buy?
The MOT history for CYR 8V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does CYR 8V have outstanding finance?
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