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TPY 200X

1982 BMW R Series

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

758 mi
Last recorded758 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPY 200X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 758 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 758 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 635 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 635 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 630 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 630 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 616 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 578 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 7 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 50,700 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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TPY 200X is a 1982 BMW R Series in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 43,422 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 TPY 200X, 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 44 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 TPY 200X?

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What year was TPY 200X registered?

TPY 200X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 April 1982.

Is TPY 200X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPY 200X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TPY 200X have outstanding finance?

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