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VFR 791

1961 BMW Isetta

Red Petrol 300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,466 mi
Last recorded35,466 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1961 BMW Isetta38,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFR 791
MakeBMW
ModelIsetta
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 35,466 miles

Rear Tyre has very long superficial cut/split in tread but no cords seen

Fail 18 Dec 2017 35,466 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Adjusted but arm worn (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Tyre has very long superficial cut/split in tread but no cords seen

Pass 17 Nov 2016 35,339 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 35,336 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine cover not fitted

Fail 30 Jul 2015 35,336 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine cover not fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2014 35,326 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Isetta?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Horn not working 9
Direction indicators not working 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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VFR 791 is a 1961 BMW Isetta in Red with a 300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1961 BMW Isetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 38,742 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 Isetta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFR 791, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Isetta typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this BMW Isetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VFR 791 registered?

VFR 791 is a 1961 BMW Isetta, first registered on 4 March 1961.

Is VFR 791 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFR 791 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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