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EOT 292W

1981 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,386 mi
Last recorded12,386 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOT 292W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 12,386 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 12,338 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 12,313 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 12,242 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 12,185 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 12,132 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 12,059 miles

Advise front tyre starting to crack & perish

Pass 3 Nov 2014 11,738 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 8,882 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 8,847 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,838 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 8,838 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 8,632 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 7,891 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 7,372 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 7,020 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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EOT 292W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1981 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 43,710 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 EOT 292W, 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 45 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 EOT 292W?

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What year was EOT 292W registered?

EOT 292W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is EOT 292W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOT 292W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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