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LAN 95W

1981 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,550 mi
Last recorded83,550 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAN 95W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2021 83,550 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 83,388 miles

steering damper leaking fluid

Pass 8 Mar 2018 83,215 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 83,210 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 83,118 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 82,987 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 78,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 69,344 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 61,931 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 57,285 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 51,739 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 46,977 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 46,977 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 46,378 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 46,378 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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LAN 95W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LAN 95W, 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 LAN 95W registered?

LAN 95W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 May 1981.

Is LAN 95W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAN 95W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAN 95W have outstanding finance?

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