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C736 RPF

1985 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,634 mi
Last recorded2,634 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1985 BMW R Series48,163 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC736 RPF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 2,634 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 2,634 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 2,634 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 2,634 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 2,634 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 2,634 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 2,634 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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C736 RPF is a 1985 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 48,163 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 C736 RPF, 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 41 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 C736 RPF?

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What year was C736 RPF registered?

C736 RPF is a 1985 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C736 RPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C736 RPF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C736 RPF have outstanding finance?

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