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FWW 481L

1972 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,121 mi
Last recorded6,121 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 BMW R Series32,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 481L
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 6,121 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 5,605 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 5,529 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 5,516 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 5,505 miles

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

oil leak from final drive

oil on rear tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2014 5,299 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 5,102 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 5,093 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 5,084 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 4,857 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 4,633 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 4,494 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 4,213 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 3,977 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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FWW 481L is a 1972 BMW R Series in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 32,718 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 FWW 481L, 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 54 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 FWW 481L?

You can check the full history of FWW 481L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FWW 481L registered?

FWW 481L is a 1972 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is FWW 481L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 481L shows 14 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 FWW 481L have outstanding finance?

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