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UCZ 181

1986 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 BMW R Series55,718 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCZ 181
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 476 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 223 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort maximum tolerance (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2015

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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UCZ 181 is a 1986 BMW R Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 55,718 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 UCZ 181, 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 40 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 UCZ 181?

You can check the full history of UCZ 181 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UCZ 181 registered?

UCZ 181 is a 1986 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 September 1986.

Is UCZ 181 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCZ 181 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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