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A277 SCW

1983 BMW 528

Silver Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,898 mi
Last recorded61,898 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1983 BMW 528113,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA277 SCW
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 61,898 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 60,536 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 59,398 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 59,398 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 59,368 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 528?

Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,782
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,791
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,746
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,749
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,592
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A277 SCW is a 1983 BMW 528 in Silver with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 113,294 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 528 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,782 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A277 SCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 528 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 43 years old, this BMW 528 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A277 SCW?

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What year was A277 SCW registered?

A277 SCW is a 1983 BMW 528, first registered on 23 August 1983.

Is A277 SCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A277 SCW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A277 SCW have outstanding finance?

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