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DYU 340V

1980 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,684 mi
Last recorded11,684 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYU 340V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 11,684 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 11,536 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 11,115 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 10,844 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 10,564 miles

oil leak rhs bottom engine

Pass 27 Mar 2015 10,331 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 10,031 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 13,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 13,184 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 12,725 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 12,725 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 12,502 miles

direction indicators blanked off

Fail 15 Feb 2011 12,502 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

direction indicators blanked off

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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DYU 340V is a 1980 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 DYU 340V, 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

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What year was DYU 340V registered?

DYU 340V is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is DYU 340V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYU 340V shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DYU 340V have outstanding finance?

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