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BLJ 923T

1979 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,078 mi
Last recorded51,078 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLJ 923T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 51,078 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play borderline (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 50,840 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough borderline (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play borderline (2.4.A.2c)

indicator tell tale not working but front indicators can be seen from the riding position

Pass 26 Aug 2014 50,150 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 48,686 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 47,091 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 44,371 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 41,953 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 38,148 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 36,597 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 33,864 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 31,596 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 31,596 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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BLJ 923T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BLJ 923T, 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

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What year was BLJ 923T registered?

BLJ 923T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 February 1979.

Is BLJ 923T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLJ 923T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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