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ANB 642Y

1983 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,165 mi
Last recorded24,165 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANB 642Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 24,165 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 24,165 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 24,137 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 24,061 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 21,036 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 20,523 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 20,355 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2007 20,355 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 19,461 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 19,461 miles

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

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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ANB 642Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 ANB 642Y, 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 ANB 642Y?

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What year was ANB 642Y registered?

ANB 642Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 April 1983.

Is ANB 642Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANB 642Y shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ANB 642Y have outstanding finance?

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