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KEV 811V

1979 BMW Unknown

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,364 mi
Last recorded71,364 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW Unknown41,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEV 811V
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 71,364 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 71,353 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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KEV 811V is a 1979 BMW Unknown in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 41,766 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KEV 811V, 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 47 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 KEV 811V?

You can check the full history of KEV 811V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KEV 811V registered?

KEV 811V is a 1979 BMW Unknown, first registered on 7 August 1979.

Is KEV 811V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEV 811V shows 2 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 KEV 811V have outstanding finance?

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