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AKU 830T

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,793 mi
Last recorded15,793 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKU 830T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 15,793 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 15,531 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 15,531 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 15,218 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 14,839 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 13,923 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 12,819 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 11,214 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 11,214 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 9,308 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 1,204 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 1,090 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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AKU 830T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 44,792 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 AKU 830T, 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 47 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 AKU 830T?

You can check the full history of AKU 830T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AKU 830T registered?

AKU 830T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is AKU 830T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKU 830T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKU 830T have outstanding finance?

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