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BRB 330T

1979 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5 mi
Last recorded5 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRB 330T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 5 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 4,815 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2017 4,730 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 15,622 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 94,611 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 93,439 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 93,881 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,910 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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BRB 330T is a 1979 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BRB 330T, 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 BRB 330T?

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What year was BRB 330T registered?

BRB 330T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 February 1979.

Is BRB 330T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRB 330T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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