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PAJ 524X

1981 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

591 mi
Last recorded591 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAJ 524X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 591 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 582 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 99 miles

new odometer fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2009 23,254 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 23,241 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 23,226 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 23,129 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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PAJ 524X is a 1981 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PAJ 524X, 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 PAJ 524X?

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What year was PAJ 524X registered?

PAJ 524X is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is PAJ 524X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAJ 524X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PAJ 524X have outstanding finance?

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