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MFC 891W

1981 BMW 528

Blue Lpg 2788cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,450 mi
Last recorded90,450 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1981 BMW 52875,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFC 891W
MakeBMW
Model528
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 90,450 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 89,735 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 88,908 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 88,030 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 86,873 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 84,706 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 82,849 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 81,381 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 78,931 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 76,120 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 73,906 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 70,213 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 67,356 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 65,418 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 64,820 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

side play on park brake lever pivot

Pass 7 May 2011 64,676 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 64,638 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 63,601 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 62,636 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 61,681 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 69,911 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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MFC 891W is a 1981 BMW 528 in Blue with a 2,788cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 75,013 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 MFC 891W, 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 45 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 MFC 891W?

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What year was MFC 891W registered?

MFC 891W is a 1981 BMW 528, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is MFC 891W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFC 891W shows 21 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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