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RHN 983X

1982 BMW R Series

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,503 mi
Last recorded25,503 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHN 983X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 25,503 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 25,274 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 25,022 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 24,263 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 23,671 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 22,450 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 21,588 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 20,571 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 19,881 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 19,407 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 19,402 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 18,732 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 17,505 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 16,095 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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RHN 983X is a 1982 BMW R Series in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RHN 983X, 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 RHN 983X?

You can check the full history of RHN 983X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RHN 983X registered?

RHN 983X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 January 1982.

Is RHN 983X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHN 983X shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RHN 983X have outstanding finance?

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