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FCC 720Y

1982 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,919 mi
Last recorded53,919 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCC 720Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 53,919 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 53,352 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 53,332 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 52,835 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 52,158 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 51,581 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 51,316 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 50,324 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 49,576 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 48,031 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Mar 2007 48,031 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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FCC 720Y is a 1982 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1982 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 43,422 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 FCC 720Y, 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 44 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 FCC 720Y?

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What year was FCC 720Y registered?

FCC 720Y is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 September 1982.

Is FCC 720Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCC 720Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FCC 720Y have outstanding finance?

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