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A774 MWD

1984 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,334 mi
Last recorded68,334 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA774 MWD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 68,334 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 68,232 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 68,232 miles

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 11,835 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 11,831 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 55,816 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 42,127 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 37,925 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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A774 MWD is a 1984 BMW R Series in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A774 MWD, 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 A774 MWD registered?

A774 MWD is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1984.

Is A774 MWD safe to buy?

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