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A403 RUB

1984 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,393 mi
Last recorded68,393 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA403 RUB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 68,393 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively pair (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Road spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar wheel (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 67,465 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 66,526 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 66,005 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 65,427 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 65,427 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 64,948 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 64,747 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 64,179 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 60,248 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,787 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 55,167 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 51,485 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 50,405 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 50,395 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Sidecar wheel bearings have excessive free play (5.2.3c)

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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A403 RUB is a 1984 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A403 RUB, 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.

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What year was A403 RUB registered?

A403 RUB is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 July 1984.

Is A403 RUB safe to buy?

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