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SBJ 443W

1981 BMW R Series

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,124 mi
Last recorded53,124 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBJ 443W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 53,124 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 53,062 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 52,683 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 52,353 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 51,885 miles

front tyre perished front mudguard missing

Pass 22 Oct 2013 51,613 miles

Front Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 51,610 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 51,505 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 51,498 miles

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

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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SBJ 443W is a 1981 BMW R Series in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SBJ 443W, 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 SBJ 443W registered?

SBJ 443W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is SBJ 443W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBJ 443W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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