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C306 UPA

1986 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 BMW R Series55,718 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC306 UPA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2018
Fail 28 Apr 2018

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Aug 2016
Pass 29 May 2015 3,359 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 May 2015 3,359 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2012 2,733 miles

Advise no plate be changed

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2012 2,733 miles

Advise no plate be changed

Pass 8 May 2008 1,549 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 7 May 2008 1,549 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 May 2007
Pass 9 Mar 2006

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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C306 UPA is a 1986 BMW R Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1986 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 55,718 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 C306 UPA, 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 40 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C306 UPA registered?

C306 UPA is a 1986 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 April 1986.

Is C306 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C306 UPA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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