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KMO 214W

1981 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,786 mi
Last recorded58,786 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMO 214W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 58,786 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 58,786 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 58,260 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2010 55,530 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 54,664 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 92,935 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 39,788 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 38,074 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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KMO 214W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KMO 214W, 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

How do I check the history of KMO 214W?

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What year was KMO 214W registered?

KMO 214W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KMO 214W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMO 214W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KMO 214W have outstanding finance?

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