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B841 WYD

1984 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

21,799 mi
Last recorded21,799 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 1984 BMW R Series36,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB841 WYD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 21,799 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 20,682 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 20,008 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 16,838 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 15,126 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 12,870 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 10,946 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 10,273 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 9,374 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 7,008 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 3,694 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 329 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 311 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2012 18,112 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 87,656 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 17,210 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 16,508 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 16,508 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 15,589 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 14,934 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 11,913 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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B841 WYD is a 1984 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 B841 WYD, 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

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What year was B841 WYD registered?

B841 WYD is a 1984 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B841 WYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B841 WYD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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