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NCF 307X

1981 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,802 mi
Last recorded82,802 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2007
Typical for 1981 BMW 5 Series110,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCF 307X
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2007 82,802 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 80,460 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

general corossion throughout

welding repairs throughout

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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NCF 307X is a 1981 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 110,269 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NCF 307X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 45 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NCF 307X?

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What year was NCF 307X registered?

NCF 307X is a 1981 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 10 September 1981.

Is NCF 307X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCF 307X shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NCF 307X have outstanding finance?

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