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GVS 228

1983 BMW Isetta

Blue Petrol 300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,474 mi
Last recorded34,474 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVS 228
MakeBMW
ModelIsetta
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 34,474 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 34,474 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 34,379 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 34,379 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the BMW Isetta?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Horn not working 9
Direction indicators not working 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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GVS 228 is a 1983 BMW Isetta in Blue with a 300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a BMW Isetta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GVS 228, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Isetta typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 43 years old, this BMW Isetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GVS 228 registered?

GVS 228 is a 1983 BMW Isetta, first registered on 1 October 1983.

Is GVS 228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVS 228 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVS 228 have outstanding finance?

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