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A800 AUX

1983 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,359 mi
Last recorded32,359 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA800 AUX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 32,359 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 32,002 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 31,956 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 31,631 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 31,453 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 30,856 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 30,138 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 29,726 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 28,436 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 27,846 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 27,803 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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A800 AUX is a 1983 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A800 AUX, 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 A800 AUX?

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What year was A800 AUX registered?

A800 AUX is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 December 1983.

Is A800 AUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A800 AUX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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