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A288 VEG

1984 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA288 VEG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025
Pass 1 Aug 2024
Pass 11 Aug 2023
Pass 12 Aug 2022
Pass 11 Aug 2021 11,910 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 19,430 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 38,956 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 31,175 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,532 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 26,923 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 26,246 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 25,135 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 23,603 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,985 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2011 20,056 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 18,468 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 17,434 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 16,636 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 15,540 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 13,933 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 11,018 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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A288 VEG is a 1984 BMW R Series in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 36,277 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 A288 VEG, 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 42 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 A288 VEG?

You can check the full history of A288 VEG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A288 VEG registered?

A288 VEG is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 July 1984.

Is A288 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A288 VEG 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.

Does A288 VEG have outstanding finance?

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