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RWD 240W

1981 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,799 mi
Last recorded53,799 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWD 240W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 53,799 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 53,454 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 53,426 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 53,068 miles
Pass 28 May 2017 52,202 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 49,558 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 46,527 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 465,217 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 46,527 miles

Nearside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2014 43,510 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 May 2013 40,578 miles
Pass 27 May 2012 3,920 miles

Nail in front tyre

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 38,977 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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RWD 240W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Green with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RWD 240W, 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 RWD 240W?

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What year was RWD 240W registered?

RWD 240W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 January 1981.

Is RWD 240W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWD 240W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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