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998 GYB

1959 BMW Isetta

White Petrol 300cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

4,913 mi
Last recorded4,913 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 1959 BMW Isetta31,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

Registration998 GYB
MakeBMW
ModelIsetta
Year1959
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine300cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Oct 2016 4,913 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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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998 GYB is a 1959 BMW Isetta in White with a 300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1959 BMW Isetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 31,392 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 998 GYB, 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 67 years old, this BMW Isetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 998 GYB?

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What year was 998 GYB registered?

998 GYB is a 1959 BMW Isetta, first registered on 1 August 1959.

Is 998 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 998 GYB shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 998 GYB have outstanding finance?

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