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PSU 966W

1980 BMW Unknown

Brown Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,339 mi
Last recorded41,339 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW Unknown35,955 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSU 966W
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 41,339 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 40,186 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 40,186 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 39,315 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 39,315 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam headlight bulb (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on rear light bulb (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear bulb (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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PSU 966W is a 1980 BMW Unknown in Brown with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PSU 966W, 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 PSU 966W?

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What year was PSU 966W registered?

PSU 966W is a 1980 BMW Unknown, first registered on 4 September 1980.

Is PSU 966W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSU 966W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PSU 966W have outstanding finance?

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