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KPE 505W

1980 BMW Unknown

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,444 mi
Last recorded17,444 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW Unknown35,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPE 505W
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2020 17,444 miles

Rear slight travel in brake peddle

Fail 10 Jun 2020 17,444 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable tyre fouling on swinging arm (5.2.3 (a))

Rear slight travel in brake peddle

Pass 23 Mar 2019

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2018
Pass 20 Dec 2016 17,369 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2016 17,360 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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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KPE 505W is a 1980 BMW Unknown in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 35,955 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 KPE 505W, 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 46 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 KPE 505W?

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What year was KPE 505W registered?

KPE 505W is a 1980 BMW Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPE 505W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPE 505W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KPE 505W have outstanding finance?

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