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KMO 263W

1981 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,573 mi
Last recorded35,573 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMO 263W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2021 35,573 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,117 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 30,885 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 28,818 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 27,229 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 26,122 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 26,098 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil OFF SIDE FRONT SEAL LEAKING AND FLUID GOING ON BRAKE PADS (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2015 25,117 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 24,101 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 24,008 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 23,968 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 263W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 263W, 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 263W?

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What year was KMO 263W registered?

KMO 263W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KMO 263W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMO 263W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KMO 263W have outstanding finance?

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