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AHG 585V

1980 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,976 mi
Last recorded75,976 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHG 585V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 75,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 75,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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AHG 585V is a 1980 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,524 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 AHG 585V, 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 46 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 AHG 585V?

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What year was AHG 585V registered?

AHG 585V is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is AHG 585V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHG 585V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AHG 585V have outstanding finance?

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