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ESF 417W

1981 BMW 5 Series

Red Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,493 mi
Last recorded92,493 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2011
Typical for 1981 BMW 5 Series110,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESF 417W
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2011 92,493 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 91,924 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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ESF 417W is a 1981 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 110,269 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 ESF 417W, 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 45 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 ESF 417W?

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What year was ESF 417W registered?

ESF 417W is a 1981 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 June 1981.

Is ESF 417W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESF 417W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESF 417W have outstanding finance?

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