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BAD 70T

1978 BMW R Series

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,836 mi
Last recorded64,836 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAD 70T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 64,836 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 60,427 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 59,587 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 58,823 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 58,214 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 56,703 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 56,703 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2010 55,945 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2010 55,945 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 54,870 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 53,963 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 52,964 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 52,087 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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BAD 70T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BAD 70T, 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 BAD 70T?

You can check the full history of BAD 70T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BAD 70T registered?

BAD 70T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BAD 70T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAD 70T 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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