MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,552 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
How Reliable is the BMW 316?
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RGL 139S is a 1977 BMW 316 in Yellow with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1977 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 45,502 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RGL 139S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 49 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was RGL 139S registered?
RGL 139S is a 1977 BMW 316, first registered on 28 November 1977.
Is RGL 139S safe to buy?
The MOT history for RGL 139S 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.
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