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FHJ 410Y

1983 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

401 mi
Last recorded401 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHJ 410Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 401 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 1 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 83,193 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 82,869 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 81,795 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 81,679 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 9 Apr 2010 81,679 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 80,947 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 79,996 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 789,496 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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FHJ 410Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 FHJ 410Y, 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 FHJ 410Y?

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What year was FHJ 410Y registered?

FHJ 410Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is FHJ 410Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHJ 410Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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