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HHW 717X

1982 BMW R Series

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,438 mi
Last recorded40,438 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHW 717X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 40,438 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 40,438 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 40,187 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 40,187 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 39,307 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 39,299 miles

Front Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 38,577 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 37,633 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 37,024 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 35,750 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

a few oil leaks around the bke

Pass 30 Apr 2018 34,502 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 34,502 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 May 2017 33,938 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 3,285 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 30,976 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 28,936 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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HHW 717X is a 1982 BMW R Series in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HHW 717X, 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

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What year was HHW 717X registered?

HHW 717X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1982.

Is HHW 717X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHW 717X shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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