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TAU 901X

1982 BMW 320

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,017 mi
Last recorded160,017 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAU 901X
MakeBMW
Model320
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 160,017 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 157,670 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 155,763 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from splitter (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 155,762 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from splitter (1.1.11 (c))

How Reliable is the BMW 320?

Based on 266,506 MOT tests across 44,303 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
7,827
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
44,303
On UK Roads
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TAU 901X is a 1982 BMW 320 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The BMW 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 44 years old, this BMW 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAU 901X?

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What year was TAU 901X registered?

TAU 901X is a 1982 BMW 320, first registered on 22 February 1982.

Is TAU 901X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAU 901X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAU 901X have outstanding finance?

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