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B821 YGK

1984 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,630 mi
Last recorded67,630 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB821 YGK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 67,630 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 66,036 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 61,165 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 60,871 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 58,193 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre perishing slightly

slight oil leak from engine

Fail 22 Feb 2019 58,193 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre perishing slightly

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Feb 2018 55,655 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2017 50,621 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 46,749 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 4,635 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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B821 YGK is a 1984 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B821 YGK, 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 B821 YGK?

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What year was B821 YGK registered?

B821 YGK is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 August 1984.

Is B821 YGK safe to buy?

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