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FEV 284Y

1983 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,898 mi
Last recorded60,898 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW Unknown37,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEV 284Y
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 60,898 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 60,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 60,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 59,732 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 59,732 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 59,287 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 58,691 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 58,534 miles

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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FEV 284Y is a 1983 BMW Unknown in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 37,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FEV 284Y, 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 43 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 FEV 284Y?

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What year was FEV 284Y registered?

FEV 284Y is a 1983 BMW Unknown, first registered on 9 June 1983.

Is FEV 284Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEV 284Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FEV 284Y have outstanding finance?

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