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AVW 569S

1978 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,983 mi
Last recorded74,983 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVW 569S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2017 74,983 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 74,159 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 73,873 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 73,770 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 73,180 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 72,040 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 71,128 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 70,364 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 69,622 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2008 69,032 miles

O/S silencer rattles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 68,508 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 68,039 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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AVW 569S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 41,194 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 AVW 569S, 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 48 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 AVW 569S?

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What year was AVW 569S registered?

AVW 569S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 June 1978.

Is AVW 569S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVW 569S shows 12 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 AVW 569S have outstanding finance?

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