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VUV 399

1958 BMW Isetta

Cream Petrol 298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,210 mi
Last recorded17,210 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2011
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Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUV 399
MakeBMW
ModelIsetta
Year1958
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine298cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2011 17,210 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 16,960 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 11,516 miles

slight wear in nearside steering joints

How Reliable is the BMW Isetta?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
95
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Horn not working 9
Direction indicators not working 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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VUV 399 is a 1958 BMW Isetta in Cream with a 298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a BMW Isetta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VUV 399, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Isetta typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 68 years old, this BMW Isetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VUV 399?

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What year was VUV 399 registered?

VUV 399 is a 1958 BMW Isetta, first registered on 5 December 1958.

Is VUV 399 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUV 399 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.

Does VUV 399 have outstanding finance?

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