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HTT 797Y

1983 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,229 mi
Last recorded18,229 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTT 797Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 18,229 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 18,070 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 17,701 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 17,435 miles

Central Front Inner Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2013 17,092 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 17,092 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 16,678 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

very slight pitting in left hand fork stanchion

Fail 3 Mar 2012 16,657 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

very slight pitting in left hand fork stanchion

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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HTT 797Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 HTT 797Y, 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

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What year was HTT 797Y registered?

HTT 797Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is HTT 797Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTT 797Y shows 8 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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