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EWT 170Y

1983 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,135 mi
Last recorded93,135 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWT 170Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 93,135 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2021 93,121 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 91,584 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 91,055 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 89,689 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2015 87,911 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 85,253 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 82,920 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 82,905 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 80,726 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 79,456 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 79,396 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2009 77,161 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 73,839 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 72,529 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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EWT 170Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 35,870 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 EWT 170Y, 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 43 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 EWT 170Y?

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What year was EWT 170Y registered?

EWT 170Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 January 1983.

Is EWT 170Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWT 170Y shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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