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OFC 919W

1981 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,247 mi
Last recorded58,247 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFC 919W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 58,247 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 58,168 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 58,083 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 57,845 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 57,114 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 56,603 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 56,486 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 56,263 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 56,253 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2011 56,237 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 56,229 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 56,222 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 55,915 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 55,915 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 55,628 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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OFC 919W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OFC 919W, 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 OFC 919W?

You can check the full history of OFC 919W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OFC 919W registered?

OFC 919W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is OFC 919W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFC 919W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OFC 919W have outstanding finance?

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