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THE 787Y

1983 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,118 mi
Last recorded55,118 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHE 787Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 55,118 miles

stoplight is not working on rear brake

Pass 25 Jan 2017 46,042 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 36,652 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 36,652 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Feb 2015 29,302 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 26,284 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 23,451 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 23,445 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2011 17,396 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 15,279 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 1,185 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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THE 787Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1983 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 35,870 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 THE 787Y, 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 43 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 THE 787Y registered?

THE 787Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 January 1983.

Is THE 787Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for THE 787Y shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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