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WEA 816X

1982 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,415 mi
Last recorded8,415 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEA 816X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 8,415 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 7,969 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 7,085 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2016 7,085 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 6,432 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 4,898 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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WEA 816X is a 1982 BMW R Series in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 43,422 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 WEA 816X, 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 44 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 WEA 816X?

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What year was WEA 816X registered?

WEA 816X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 April 1982.

Is WEA 816X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEA 816X shows 6 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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