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A21 LUM

1983 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 LUM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021

exhaust noisey

Fail 16 Mar 2021

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements numberplate too small (0.1 (d))

exhaust noisey

Pass 28 Apr 2018 55,329 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 54,313 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 53,589 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 53,112 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 52,554 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 51,843 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 50,259 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 48,300 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 46,317 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 44,284 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 39,400 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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A21 LUM is a 1983 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1983 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 35,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 LUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 LUM?

You can check the full history of A21 LUM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A21 LUM registered?

A21 LUM is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A21 LUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 LUM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A21 LUM have outstanding finance?

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