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KJB 259W

1981 BMW Unknown

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,107 mi
Last recorded21,107 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 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

RegistrationKJB 259W
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 21,107 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 21,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 21,101 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 21,101 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 21,098 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 21,097 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 21,097 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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KJB 259W is a 1981 BMW Unknown in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 KJB 259W, 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 KJB 259W?

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What year was KJB 259W registered?

KJB 259W is a 1981 BMW Unknown, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is KJB 259W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJB 259W shows 7 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.

Does KJB 259W have outstanding finance?

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