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GYO 482W

1981 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,088 mi
Last recorded80,088 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYO 482W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 80,088 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 80,029 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 80,054 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 80,015 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 79,923 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 25,451 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 79,910 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 79,813 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 79,744 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 79,503 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 79,496 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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 482W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 GYO 482W, 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

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What year was GYO 482W registered?

GYO 482W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is GYO 482W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYO 482W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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