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BON 811V

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,779 mi
Last recorded100,779 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBON 811V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2015 100,779 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 100,779 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 100,779 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 62,185 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 91,341 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 91,335 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 90,922 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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BON 811V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BON 811V, 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 BON 811V?

You can check the full history of BON 811V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BON 811V registered?

BON 811V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is BON 811V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BON 811V shows 7 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 BON 811V have outstanding finance?

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