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RPE 414X

1981 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,163 mi
Last recorded81,163 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPE 414X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 81,163 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 77,536 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 74,301 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 68,628 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 68,628 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 62,910 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 59,099 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 56,642 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 55,515 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 55,515 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 54,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Aug 2012 53,811 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2011 52,822 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 51,515 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

front fender cracked

swing arm corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2009 50,799 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 49,355 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 48,586 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 47,936 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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RPE 414X is a 1981 BMW R Series in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RPE 414X, 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

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What year was RPE 414X registered?

RPE 414X is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 November 1981.

Is RPE 414X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPE 414X shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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