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UNS 382W

1981 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,705 mi
Last recorded34,705 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNS 382W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 34,705 miles

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

Number plate cracked but not likely to be misread

Stonechip in headlamp lens

Pass 12 May 2008 34,507 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2007 34,121 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 33,528 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 33,484 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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UNS 382W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UNS 382W, 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

How do I check the history of UNS 382W?

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What year was UNS 382W registered?

UNS 382W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is UNS 382W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNS 382W 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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