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YAA 208R

1977 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,304 mi
Last recorded1,304 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAA 208R
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 1,304 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 1,304 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 1,155 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 1,155 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 873 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 873 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 686 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 686 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 15 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 15 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Fail 26 May 2017 12,057 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fuel tank insecure.

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

Pass 22 Jul 2005 22,760 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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YAA 208R is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 39,366 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 YAA 208R, 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 49 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 YAA 208R registered?

YAA 208R is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 April 1977.

Is YAA 208R safe to buy?

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