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A637 YAN

1983 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,706 mi
Last recorded44,706 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA637 YAN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 44,706 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 42,746 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 41,512 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 38,896 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 38,870 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 38,786 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 38,759 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 38,592 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 38,335 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 38,051 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 37,484 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,986 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 36,308 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 35,836 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 34,007 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 34,007 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 33,062 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 32,526 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 32,526 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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A637 YAN is a 1983 BMW R Series in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A637 YAN, 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 A637 YAN?

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What year was A637 YAN registered?

A637 YAN is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 October 1983.

Is A637 YAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A637 YAN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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