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XBY 259F

1984 BMW 2000

Blue Petrol 1977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

81,035 mi
Last recorded81,035 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBY 259F
MakeBMW
Model2000
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,977cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 81,035 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 81,035 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 80,135 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 80,135 miles

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 79,739 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 78,906 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 18 May 2012 78,079 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 16 May 2012 78,079 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 May 2011 76,723 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 76,723 miles

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2010 75,569 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 May 2009 72,529 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 72,529 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

How Reliable is the BMW 2000?

Based on 1,062 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
brake binding 42
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 32
Stop lamp not working 29
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
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XBY 259F is a 1984 BMW 2000 in Blue with a 1,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a BMW 2000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBY 259F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 2000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 42 years old, this BMW 2000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBY 259F?

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What year was XBY 259F registered?

XBY 259F is a 1984 BMW 2000, first registered on 1 May 1984.

Is XBY 259F safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBY 259F shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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