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OUC 710Y

1982 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

72,028 mi
Last recorded72,028 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUC 710Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 72,028 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 71,985 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 71,971 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 71,806 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 71,806 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 71,792 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 71,771 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 71,765 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 71,560 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

front brake hoses

front discs rusted

offside exhaust condition

Pass 16 Apr 2010 71,560 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front brake hoses

front discs rusted

offside exhaust condition

Pass 4 Jul 2006 68,033 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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OUC 710Y is a 1982 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 OUC 710Y, 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

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What year was OUC 710Y registered?

OUC 710Y is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1982.

Is OUC 710Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUC 710Y shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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