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A253 VYF

1983 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17 mi
Last recorded17 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA253 VYF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2020 17 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 99 miles

new odometer fitted

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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A253 VYF is a 1983 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A253 VYF, 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 A253 VYF?

You can check the full history of A253 VYF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A253 VYF registered?

A253 VYF is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A253 VYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A253 VYF shows 2 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 A253 VYF have outstanding finance?

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