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FCG 142W

1980 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,388 mi
Last recorded48,388 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCG 142W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 48,388 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 48,388 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 45,126 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 44,102 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 44,112 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 43,968 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 41,958 miles

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

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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FCG 142W is a 1980 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FCG 142W, 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

How do I check the history of FCG 142W?

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What year was FCG 142W registered?

FCG 142W is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 September 1980.

Is FCG 142W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCG 142W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FCG 142W have outstanding finance?

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