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VMO 712Y

1983 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

20,594 mi
Last recorded20,594 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMO 712Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 20,594 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 19,207 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 18,091 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 17,123 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 14,977 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 12,219 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 8,965 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 8,954 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 6,236 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 3,136 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 2,267 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 1,061 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 108 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 99,406 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 97,647 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 96,633 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2009 94,959 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 92,808 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 92,801 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 90,258 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 88,499 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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VMO 712Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1983 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 35,870 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 VMO 712Y, 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 43 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 VMO 712Y registered?

VMO 712Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 May 1983.

Is VMO 712Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMO 712Y shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMO 712Y have outstanding finance?

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