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RAD 661W

1981 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,967 mi
Last recorded58,967 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAD 661W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 58,967 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 58,839 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 58,407 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 56,235 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 96,978 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 37,301 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 37,299 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 27,799 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 27,298 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 27,296 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 27,296 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 27,289 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 33,538 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 27,280 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 33,036 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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RAD 661W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 RAD 661W, 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 RAD 661W?

You can check the full history of RAD 661W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RAD 661W registered?

RAD 661W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is RAD 661W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAD 661W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAD 661W have outstanding finance?

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