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PHH 387W

1981 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

455 mi
Last recorded455 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHH 387W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 455 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 423 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 403 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 403 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 285 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 220 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 21,939 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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PHH 387W 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 PHH 387W, 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 PHH 387W registered?

PHH 387W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is PHH 387W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHH 387W 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.

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