MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,336 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
vehicle coated in underseal,tested to best of ability
How Reliable is the BMW 316?
Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TCS 470Y is a 1982 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1982 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 86,296 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCS 470Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 44 years old, this BMW 316 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of TCS 470Y?
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What year was TCS 470Y registered?
TCS 470Y is a 1982 BMW 316, first registered on 22 November 1982.
Is TCS 470Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for TCS 470Y 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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