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SBX 526S

1978 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,427 mi
Last recorded38,427 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW Unknown31,307 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBX 526S
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2018 38,427 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 38,302 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 37,735 miles

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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SBX 526S is a 1978 BMW Unknown in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 31,307 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SBX 526S, 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 48 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 SBX 526S?

You can check the full history of SBX 526S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SBX 526S registered?

SBX 526S is a 1978 BMW Unknown, first registered on 17 April 1978.

Is SBX 526S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBX 526S 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 SBX 526S have outstanding finance?

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