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A601 XWP

1983 BMW 528

White Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,992 mi
Last recorded21,992 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW 528113,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA601 XWP
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2021 21,992 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 21,046 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 20,781 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 20,290 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 19,633 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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A601 XWP is a 1983 BMW 528 in White 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 A601 XWP, 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 A601 XWP?

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What year was A601 XWP registered?

A601 XWP is a 1983 BMW 528, first registered on 16 November 1983.

Is A601 XWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A601 XWP 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 A601 XWP have outstanding finance?

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