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NFC 728W

1981 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

9,813 mi
Last recorded9,813 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFC 728W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 9,813 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 8,982 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 8,167 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 8,000 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 7,692 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 7,474 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 7,155 miles

Nearside additional side stand mounting fractured

Pass 19 Jan 2018 6,941 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 6,804 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 6,549 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 6,135 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 6,033 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Slight oil leak from th rear drive unit area.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 5,782 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 5,705 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 5,587 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 5,132 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 5,132 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 4,873 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 4,637 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 4,465 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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NFC 728W is a 1981 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 NFC 728W, 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 NFC 728W?

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What year was NFC 728W registered?

NFC 728W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is NFC 728W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFC 728W shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NFC 728W have outstanding finance?

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