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PVO 895X

1982 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,673 mi
Last recorded51,673 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVO 895X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 51,673 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 50,369 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 49,492 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 49,482 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 48,738 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 47,970 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 47,970 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 47,925 miles

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

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

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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PVO 895X is a 1982 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 PVO 895X, 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 PVO 895X?

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What year was PVO 895X registered?

PVO 895X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is PVO 895X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVO 895X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVO 895X have outstanding finance?

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