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KMO 236W

1981 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,345 mi
Last recorded43,345 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMO 236W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 43,345 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 39,248 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 39,245 miles

brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2011 39,245 miles

slight corrosion all brake discs

Pass 26 Nov 2009 29,245 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 39,245 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 39,245 miles

all brake discs are rusty with slight wear+pitting

Pass 23 May 2006 39,244 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

pedal rubbers quite badly split

Fail 5 May 2006 39,242 miles

Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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 236W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 236W, 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 236W?

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What year was KMO 236W registered?

KMO 236W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KMO 236W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMO 236W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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