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ETC 60W

1981 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

33,069 mi
Last recorded33,069 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETC 60W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 33,069 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 32,948 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 32,924 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 32,539 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 32,064 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 31,654 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 31,472 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 31,326 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 31,201 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 31,011 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2015 31,004 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2014 30,770 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 28,368 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 26,911 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 22,652 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2010 18,494 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 17,948 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 15,221 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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ETC 60W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ETC 60W, 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 ETC 60W?

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What year was ETC 60W registered?

ETC 60W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 February 1981.

Is ETC 60W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETC 60W shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETC 60W have outstanding finance?

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