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MPC 508W

1980 BMW 732

Blue Petrol 3210cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,613 mi
Last recorded73,613 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPC 508W
MakeBMW
Model732
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,210cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 73,613 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 73,613 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 73,613 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight distortion in front brakes

Pass 19 Jun 2006 73,613 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 732?

Based on 526 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,201
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24
brake binding 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 21
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MPC 508W is a 1980 BMW 732 in Blue with a 3,210cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a BMW 732 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPC 508W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 732 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 46 years old, this BMW 732 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MPC 508W registered?

MPC 508W is a 1980 BMW 732, first registered on 1 December 1980.

Is MPC 508W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPC 508W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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