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KRL 183P

1976 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

144 mi
Last recorded144 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 BMW R Series36,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRL 183P
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 144 miles

this vehicle can be used only in daytime and good visibilty

Pass 13 May 2017 144 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 May 2017 144 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 May 2017 144 miles

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Front tyre slightly perished

centre stand insecure, may effect the operation of rear brake pedal

Pass 4 May 2016 144 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

clutch cable frayed

Pass 30 Apr 2015 144 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 144 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Front tyre slightly perished.

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Offside exhaust clamp missing,but exhaust not leaking.

Pass 16 May 2014 144 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

front brake performance low,note new disc and pads fitted.

front tyre slightly perished.

Fail 2 May 2014 144 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 144 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 144 miles

Brake failure warning lamp not working.

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 4 May 2011 144 miles

Brake failure warning lamp not working.

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 May 2011 144 miles

Brake failure warning lamp not working.

Pass 7 May 2010 144 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 144 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 144 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2007 144 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2006 98,360 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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KRL 183P is a 1976 BMW R Series in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1976 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 36,861 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 KRL 183P, 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 50 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 KRL 183P registered?

KRL 183P is a 1976 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 January 1976.

Is KRL 183P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRL 183P shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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