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LBP 964Y

1982 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBP 964Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024
Pass 18 Sep 2019 19,396 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 18,799 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 18,531 miles

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

Oil leak rear diff ()

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 18,371 miles

Rear rear differential has slight play in drive bearing

Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,164 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 17,142 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 16,064 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 14,693 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 13,349 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 13,332 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

engine ticking over very high

Pass 15 May 2006 13,055 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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LBP 964Y is a 1982 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 43,422 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 LBP 964Y, 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 44 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 LBP 964Y registered?

LBP 964Y is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 November 1982.

Is LBP 964Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBP 964Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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