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A781 FBJ

1984 BMW 528

Beige Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,276 mi
Last recorded77,276 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 1984 BMW 528107,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA781 FBJ
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 May 2011 77,276 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 76,780 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 76,331 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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A781 FBJ is a 1984 BMW 528 in Beige with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 107,618 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 A781 FBJ, 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 42 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 A781 FBJ?

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What year was A781 FBJ registered?

A781 FBJ is a 1984 BMW 528, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A781 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A781 FBJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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