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WGT 567W

1981 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

70,793 mi
Last recorded70,793 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1981 BMW R Series43,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGT 567W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 70,793 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 70,721 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 70,374 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 70,074 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 68,498 miles

throttle twistgrip is slightly slow to retract

Pass 6 Jul 2017 68,244 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 68,000 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 67,994 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 64,645 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 53,894 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 46,737 miles

High beam warning lamp on dip

Pass 7 Jul 2010 46,642 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 46,471 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 46,380 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 45,823 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 567W 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 93.3%.

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 567W, 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 567W?

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What year was WGT 567W registered?

WGT 567W is a 1981 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 March 1981.

Is WGT 567W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGT 567W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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