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A540 GSS

1984 BMW Unknown

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,129 mi
Last recorded2,129 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 1984 BMW Unknown31,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA540 GSS
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 2,129 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 1,522 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 1,517 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel No reserve Travel Insufficient (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim not tested Not tested Incorrect (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel rear brake insufficient rear reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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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A540 GSS is a 1984 BMW Unknown in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 31,096 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 A540 GSS, 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 42 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A540 GSS?

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What year was A540 GSS registered?

A540 GSS is a 1984 BMW Unknown, first registered on 23 March 1984.

Is A540 GSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A540 GSS shows 3 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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