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A98 THY

1984 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,087 mi
Last recorded56,087 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA98 THY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 56,087 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 55,078 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 53,622 miles

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 31 Mar 2016 52,729 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 50,490 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 50,490 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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A98 THY is a 1984 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A98 THY, 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 A98 THY registered?

A98 THY is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1984.

Is A98 THY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A98 THY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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