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FEV 300Y

1982 BMW 628

Red Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

116,878 mi
Last recorded116,878 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1982 BMW 628102,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEV 300Y
MakeBMW
Model628
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 116,878 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 116,508 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 114,489 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 113,014 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 112,787 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 112,145 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 111,550 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 110,390 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 108,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 107,243 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 105,627 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 103,813 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 103,621 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 103,616 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 103,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 May 2011 103,131 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 102,011 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 100,637 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 100,607 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

all rear brake hoses metal ferrules slightly corroded

nearside park brake has low performamce

Pass 19 Apr 2008 99,862 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 97,641 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 95,214 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 628?

Based on 1,371 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
628
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Brake pipe excessively corroded 90
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 48
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FEV 300Y is a 1982 BMW 628 in Red with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1982 BMW 628 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 102,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 628 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FEV 300Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 628 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this BMW 628 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FEV 300Y?

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What year was FEV 300Y registered?

FEV 300Y is a 1982 BMW 628, first registered on 14 August 1982.

Is FEV 300Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEV 300Y shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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