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XEC 198Y

1983 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 BMW R Series35,870 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEC 198Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2014
Pass 23 Feb 2013 53,703 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 52,992 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 52,148 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 49,344 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 45,900 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2008 41,802 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2007 36,161 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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XEC 198Y is a 1983 BMW R Series in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XEC 198Y, 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

How do I check the history of XEC 198Y?

You can check the full history of XEC 198Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XEC 198Y registered?

XEC 198Y is a 1983 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is XEC 198Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEC 198Y shows 8 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 XEC 198Y have outstanding finance?

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