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DSP 33V

1980 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

9,071 mi
Last recorded9,071 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSP 33V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 9,071 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 400 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 66,930 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 66,593 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 66,362 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 66,331 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 66,084 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 65,715 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 65,568 miles

Low air in rear tyre (PRS)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 64,947 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 64,947 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 64,907 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 64,823 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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DSP 33V is a 1980 BMW R Series in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1980 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DSP 33V, 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 46 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 DSP 33V?

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What year was DSP 33V registered?

DSP 33V is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 April 1980.

Is DSP 33V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSP 33V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSP 33V have outstanding finance?

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