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KKW 607W

1981 BMW R Series

Brown Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,152 mi
Last recorded49,152 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKW 607W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 49,152 miles

front tyre is badly perished recomend this is replaced

rear brake linkage appers to be seizing (noisy)

Pass 26 Aug 2020 47,360 miles

front tyre is perished

Fail 26 Aug 2020 47,360 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

front tyre is perished

Pass 4 Sep 2019 45,180 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

n/s+o/s brake pipe rubbing against frame.

Fail 3 Sep 2019 45,169 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

n/s+o/s brake pipe rubbing against frame.

Pass 29 Aug 2018 34,378 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 34,378 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire carburetor leaking (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2017 34,378 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 34,346 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 29,971 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 27,615 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 26,194 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 22,996 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 20,086 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 20,086 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 16,967 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 13,406 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 12,795 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 12,790 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 3 Apr 2007 12,778 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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KKW 607W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Brown with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KKW 607W, 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 KKW 607W registered?

KKW 607W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is KKW 607W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKW 607W shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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