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ExpiredMileage
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Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Oil leak
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the BMW 528?
Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S196 CJL is a 1988 BMW 528 in Silver with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 S196 CJL, 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.
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How do I check the history of S196 CJL?
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What year was S196 CJL registered?
S196 CJL is a 1988 BMW 528, first registered on 12 September 1988.
Is S196 CJL safe to buy?
The MOT history for S196 CJL shows 3 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 S196 CJL have outstanding finance?
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