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FFV 246W

1981 BMW Unknown

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,922 mi
Last recorded16,922 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2023
Typical for 1981 BMW Unknown35,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFV 246W
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2023 16,922 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 16,823 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 16,647 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 16,584 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 16,413 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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FFV 246W is a 1981 BMW Unknown in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 35,556 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 FFV 246W, 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 45 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 FFV 246W?

You can check the full history of FFV 246W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FFV 246W registered?

FFV 246W is a 1981 BMW Unknown, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is FFV 246W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFV 246W shows 5 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 FFV 246W have outstanding finance?

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