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GGC 267X

1982 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,986 mi
Last recorded40,986 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGC 267X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 40,986 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 40,986 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 40,923 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 40,842 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 40,688 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 40,648 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,564 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 40,495 miles

throttle slow to return

Fail 4 Jan 2013 40,495 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

throttle slow to return

Pass 1 Nov 2011 40,303 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 39,521 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 39,249 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jan 2008 38,978 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 38,351 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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GGC 267X is a 1982 BMW R Series in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GGC 267X, 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 GGC 267X?

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What year was GGC 267X registered?

GGC 267X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 May 1982.

Is GGC 267X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGC 267X shows 14 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.

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