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RVV 101

1988 BMW 528

Silver Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

164,829 mi
Last recorded164,829 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVV 101
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2010 164,829 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 164,829 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the BMW 528?

Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,782
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,791
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,746
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,749
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,592
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RVV 101 is a 1988 BMW 528 in Silver with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a BMW 528 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,782 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVV 101, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 528 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 38 years old, this BMW 528 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RVV 101?

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What year was RVV 101 registered?

RVV 101 is a 1988 BMW 528, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is RVV 101 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVV 101 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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