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G554 APA

1989 BMW Unknown

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,369 mi
Last recorded38,369 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG554 APA
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 38,369 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 38,369 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2025 36,502 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2025 36,502 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2024 33,751 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 33,751 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 32,990 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 31,726 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 42,451 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 31,235 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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G554 APA is a 1989 BMW Unknown in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G554 APA, 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 37 years old, this BMW Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of G554 APA?

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What year was G554 APA registered?

G554 APA is a 1989 BMW Unknown, first registered on 17 October 1989.

Is G554 APA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G554 APA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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