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VPU 221S

1977 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,109 mi
Last recorded22,109 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1977 BMW Unknown24,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPU 221S
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 22,109 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 22,109 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 22,109 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 22,089 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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VPU 221S is a 1977 BMW Unknown in Black with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 24,069 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 VPU 221S, 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 49 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPU 221S registered?

VPU 221S is a 1977 BMW Unknown, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is VPU 221S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPU 221S 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.

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