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UWW 953X

1981 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,791 mi
Last recorded4,791 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWW 953X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2020 4,791 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 4,027 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 3,112 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 1,281 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 99,075 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 97,461 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 96,144 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 94,920 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 92,611 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 90,546 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 89,166 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 87,505 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 85,552 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 82,782 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 79,422 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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UWW 953X is a 1981 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UWW 953X, 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 UWW 953X?

You can check the full history of UWW 953X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UWW 953X registered?

UWW 953X is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 September 1981.

Is UWW 953X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWW 953X shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UWW 953X have outstanding finance?

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