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C755 RTF

1986 BMW 528

Black Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

222,444 mi
Last recorded222,444 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 1986 BMW 528124,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC755 RTF
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 222,444 miles

Offside Rear parking brake low effort

Pass 30 Sep 2015 221,595 miles

front and rear discs pitted

Pass 10 Dec 2009 164,977 miles

general corrosion on components under vehicle

Pass 28 Nov 2008 162,271 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 162,267 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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C755 RTF is a 1986 BMW 528 in Black with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 124,598 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 C755 RTF, 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 40 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 C755 RTF?

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What year was C755 RTF registered?

C755 RTF is a 1986 BMW 528, first registered on 29 April 1986.

Is C755 RTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C755 RTF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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