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SPU 305W

1980 BMW Unknown

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,842 mi
Last recorded34,842 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 BMW Unknown35,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPU 305W
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 34,842 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 34,842 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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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SPU 305W is a 1980 BMW Unknown in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SPU 305W, 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 SPU 305W?

You can check the full history of SPU 305W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SPU 305W registered?

SPU 305W is a 1980 BMW Unknown, first registered on 11 August 1980.

Is SPU 305W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPU 305W 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.

Does SPU 305W have outstanding finance?

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