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SDX 621W

1981 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,760 mi
Last recorded58,760 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDX 621W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 58,760 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 57,674 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 56,099 miles

side stand insecure as locking nut is missing from the bolt

Fail 10 Nov 2017 56,099 miles

Central Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

side stand insecure as locking nut is missing from the bolt

Pass 13 Aug 2016 55,890 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 55,876 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 55,733 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 55,592 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 55,586 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 54,909 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 54,434 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 52,726 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 46,799 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 46,799 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 40,852 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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SDX 621W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SDX 621W, 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 SDX 621W?

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What year was SDX 621W registered?

SDX 621W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is SDX 621W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDX 621W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDX 621W have outstanding finance?

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