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NPK 264W

1981 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,427 mi
Last recorded13,427 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPK 264W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 13,427 miles

Offside Front gaitor split

Fail 21 Jul 2017 13,427 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front gaitor split

Pass 22 Jul 2016 13,050 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 13,050 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 12,850 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 11,857 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 11,434 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 11,017 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 10,694 miles

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,694 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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NPK 264W is a 1981 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NPK 264W, 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 NPK 264W?

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What year was NPK 264W registered?

NPK 264W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is NPK 264W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPK 264W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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