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PFJ 9W

1981 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,497 mi
Last recorded45,497 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFJ 9W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 45,497 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 43,541 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 43,500 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2012 40,759 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 40,759 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 May 2010 40,225 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 39,613 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 May 2009 39,613 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 38,805 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 13 Apr 2007 36,742 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 35,235 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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PFJ 9W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PFJ 9W, 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 PFJ 9W?

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What year was PFJ 9W registered?

PFJ 9W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is PFJ 9W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFJ 9W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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