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YVU 599Y

1982 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,025 mi
Last recorded28,025 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW R Series43,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVU 599Y
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 28,025 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 27,253 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 26,455 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 26,455 miles

Exhaust system insecure CLAMP LOOSE (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 25,878 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 25,834 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 25,351 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 24,825 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 24,749 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 24,203 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 22,740 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 21,164 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 19,059 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 17,248 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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YVU 599Y is a 1982 BMW R Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 YVU 599Y, 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 YVU 599Y?

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What year was YVU 599Y registered?

YVU 599Y is a 1982 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 1982.

Is YVU 599Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVU 599Y shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVU 599Y have outstanding finance?

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