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GYO 430W

1981 BMW R Series

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,266 mi
Last recorded20,266 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYO 430W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2019 20,266 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 20,262 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 20,245 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 20,073 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 19,890 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 19,770 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 19,657 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 19,399 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 18,868 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 18,210 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 17,414 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2008 16,612 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 16,432 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 15,630 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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GYO 430W is a 1981 BMW R Series in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 43,710 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 GYO 430W, 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 45 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 GYO 430W?

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What year was GYO 430W registered?

GYO 430W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is GYO 430W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYO 430W shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GYO 430W have outstanding finance?

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