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NUC 560Y

1982 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,104 mi
Last recorded69,104 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUC 560Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 69,104 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 67,533 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 66,561 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 65,739 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 65,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 65,159 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 64,705 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 63,600 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 63,600 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 63,570 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 63,468 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 63,460 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 63,436 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 63,421 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 63,395 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 63,361 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 63,331 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 62,863 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 61,903 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 60,639 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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NUC 560Y is a 1982 BMW R Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NUC 560Y, 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

How do I check the history of NUC 560Y?

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What year was NUC 560Y registered?

NUC 560Y is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 October 1982.

Is NUC 560Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUC 560Y shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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