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JYS 270Y

1982 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYS 270Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020
Pass 21 Aug 2019 25,895 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 25,862 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2015 2,657 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 99,921 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2009 50,983 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 47,642 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 44,337 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 43,973 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 43,973 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2005 43,356 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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JYS 270Y is a 1982 BMW R Series in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JYS 270Y, 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 JYS 270Y registered?

JYS 270Y is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 August 1982.

Is JYS 270Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYS 270Y shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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