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SDX 633W

1981 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

35,968 mi
Last recorded35,968 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDX 633W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 35,968 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 35,657 miles

Front fuel cap seal broken recommend replacing

Fail 15 Oct 2020 35,651 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Lower oil leak from engine

Front fuel cap seal broken recommend replacing

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported brake hose mount loose (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front throttle not returning

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear rear tire bad cracking on side wall plus nail in tire

Pass 3 Oct 2019 35,193 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 34,974 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 34,768 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 34,766 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 34,107 miles

Front tyre valve cracked and perished

Front tyre worn to limit of 1mm

Slight play in steering bearings

Pass 14 Aug 2015 33,391 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 33,354 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 32,749 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 30,582 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 29,007 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 26,786 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2008 26,786 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 26,775 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 26,743 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 633W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 633W, 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 SDX 633W registered?

SDX 633W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is SDX 633W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDX 633W shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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