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RVW 520W

1980 BMW R Series

Brown Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,892 mi
Last recorded79,892 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVW 520W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 79,892 miles

fuel cap top loose not affecting seal

Fail 26 Jul 2018 79,892 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

fuel cap top loose not affecting seal

Pass 14 Sep 2016 59,792 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 59,245 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 58,836 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 56,537 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 54,191 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 51,780 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 51,640 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 49,032 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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RVW 520W is a 1980 BMW R Series in Brown with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,524 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 RVW 520W, 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 46 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 RVW 520W?

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What year was RVW 520W registered?

RVW 520W is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is RVW 520W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVW 520W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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