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HGF 188X

1986 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,420 mi
Last recorded6,420 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGF 188X
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 6,420 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 6,420 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 6,417 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 May 2013 6,417 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2012 6,411 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,343 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 6,203 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

covers front to rear under vehicle

rear exhaust box deteriorated and leaking slightly

Pass 23 Jul 2008 6,189 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

covers front to rear under vehicle

Pass 23 Jul 2007 6,177 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

covers front to rear under vehicle

Fail 23 Jul 2007 6,177 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

covers front to rear under vehicle

Pass 24 Jul 2006 6,766 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

cover front to rear under vehicle

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2006 6,766 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

cover front to rear under vehicle

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2006 5,480 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 5,480 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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HGF 188X is a 1986 BMW 1 Series in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGF 188X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 40 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HGF 188X registered?

HGF 188X is a 1986 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 May 1986.

Is HGF 188X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGF 188X shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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