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B163 PVG

1984 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,700 mi
Last recorded52,700 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB163 PVG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2024 52,700 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 60,866 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 49,957 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 47,773 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 43,716 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 43,253 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 42,023 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 44,046 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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B163 PVG is a 1984 BMW R Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B163 PVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B163 PVG?

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What year was B163 PVG registered?

B163 PVG is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 August 1984.

Is B163 PVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B163 PVG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B163 PVG have outstanding finance?

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