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PJB 646X

1982 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

6,732 mi
Last recorded6,732 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJB 646X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 6,732 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2026 6,732 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 6,732 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 6,371 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 6,258 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 6,122 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 5,801 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 5,622 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 5,593 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 5,592 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 5,571 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 2,204 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 99,476 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 May 2010 92,299 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 May 2009 87,644 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 84,660 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 81,464 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 76,674 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 76,674 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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PJB 646X is a 1982 BMW R Series in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 PJB 646X, 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

How do I check the history of PJB 646X?

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What year was PJB 646X registered?

PJB 646X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is PJB 646X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJB 646X shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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