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LWL 17W

1981 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWL 17W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 2 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 14,292 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 14,193 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2015 13,507 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 Jun 2014 13,258 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 13,258 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 8,856 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 6,572 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 6,572 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 6,381 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 6,381 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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LWL 17W 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 63.6%.

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 LWL 17W, 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 LWL 17W?

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What year was LWL 17W registered?

LWL 17W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 February 1981.

Is LWL 17W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWL 17W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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