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MWV 145W

1981 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,227 mi
Last recorded39,227 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWV 145W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 39,227 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 39,030 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 38,965 miles

Both front brake pipes slightly perished

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2013 38,626 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 38,469 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

o/s front brake hose lose on mounting

Fail 3 Jan 2008 38,228 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 38,228 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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MWV 145W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MWV 145W, 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 MWV 145W?

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What year was MWV 145W registered?

MWV 145W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is MWV 145W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWV 145W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MWV 145W have outstanding finance?

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