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PYK 904Y

1983 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,190 mi
Last recorded47,190 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYK 904Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 47,190 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 47,182 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 47,071 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 45,518 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 43,346 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2007 43,346 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 41,673 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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PYK 904Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Silver with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 35,870 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 PYK 904Y, 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 43 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 PYK 904Y?

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What year was PYK 904Y registered?

PYK 904Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 April 1983.

Is PYK 904Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYK 904Y 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 PYK 904Y have outstanding finance?

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