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DLV 289Y

1982 BMW 5 Series

Red Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,994 mi
Last recorded129,994 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW 5 Series119,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLV 289Y
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2022 129,994 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 129,803 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 128,970 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 127,943 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 127,155 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 126,523 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 126,119 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 125,480 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 125,110 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 124,846 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 124,202 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2010 123,840 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 123,326 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 122,654 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 121,440 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 119,837 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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DLV 289Y is a 1982 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 119,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLV 289Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 44 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DLV 289Y?

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What year was DLV 289Y registered?

DLV 289Y is a 1982 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is DLV 289Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLV 289Y shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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