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OFX 457W

1981 BMW R Series

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,462 mi
Last recorded62,462 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFX 457W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2020 62,462 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 62,383 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 62,023 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 61,898 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 61,813 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 60,196 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 59,983 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 59,506 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 59,502 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 59,480 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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OFX 457W is a 1981 BMW R Series in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OFX 457W, 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

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What year was OFX 457W registered?

OFX 457W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is OFX 457W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFX 457W shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OFX 457W have outstanding finance?

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