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WGT 522W

1981 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,097 mi
Last recorded58,097 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGT 522W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2019 58,097 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 57,329 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 56,370 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 55,447 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 54,768 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 54,057 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 52,867 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 51,819 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 50,923 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 49,931 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 47,275 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 46,133 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 44,835 miles

n/s rear shock ,close to pannia carrier. seat insecure at rear.

Pass 4 Mar 2006 43,313 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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WGT 522W is a 1981 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 WGT 522W, 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 WGT 522W?

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What year was WGT 522W registered?

WGT 522W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 February 1981.

Is WGT 522W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGT 522W shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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