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BGK 41X

1982 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,584 mi
Last recorded57,584 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGK 41X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 57,584 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 57,584 miles

Nearside Lower Sidecar suspension has an insecure unit. (5.2.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 54,589 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn side car (3.1.3a)

Sidecar structure corroded but not likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1a)

number plate slightly deterorated

Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,321 miles

Lower Sidecar structure corroded but not likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 50,048 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear sidecar securing bolt not fully tightened

battery positive cable not clipped to frame

Pass 20 Mar 2014 50,048 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear sidecar securing bolt not fully tightened

battery positive cable not clipped to frame

Pass 29 Apr 2010 49,190 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 49,190 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 48,752 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 48,566 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 47,320 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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BGK 41X is a 1982 BMW R Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 43,422 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 BGK 41X, 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 44 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 BGK 41X?

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What year was BGK 41X registered?

BGK 41X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 April 1982.

Is BGK 41X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGK 41X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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