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UGG 270W

1981 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,286 mi
Last recorded56,286 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGG 270W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 56,286 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 54,251 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 53,889 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Apr 2013 53,871 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 53,352 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 53,352 miles

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

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2010 52,393 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 52,385 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 52,317 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 51,886 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2006 51,585 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2005 51,334 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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UGG 270W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UGG 270W, 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 UGG 270W registered?

UGG 270W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 March 1981.

Is UGG 270W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGG 270W shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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