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YKE 854X

1982 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,468 mi
Last recorded32,468 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKE 854X
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 32,468 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 26,652 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 25,354 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 23,590 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 22,207 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 22,203 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 21,172 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 17,082 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,082 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 14,532 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 13,795 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 9,739 miles
Pass 14 May 2005 6,740 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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YKE 854X is a 1982 BMW R Series in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YKE 854X, 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 YKE 854X?

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What year was YKE 854X registered?

YKE 854X is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is YKE 854X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKE 854X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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