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CAU 676T

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

55,604 mi
Last recorded55,604 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAU 676T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 55,604 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 55,598 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 55,592 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 74,981 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 54,682 miles

Nearside Indicators on the bike not working

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

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 54,668 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Pad lining split from backing plate (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Indicators on the bike not working

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

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2016 33,599 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 33,599 miles

Nearside Front Sidecar direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Sidecar direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 23,472 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 22,791 miles

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

clocks insecure

Fail 15 Sep 2014 22,791 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

clocks insecure

Pass 17 Sep 2013 12,787 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 10,945 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 10,945 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 78,561 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 68,542 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 67,449 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 66,805 miles

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 66,230 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 65,255 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 65,227 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Sidecar attachment insecure (5.1.1b)

Sidecar wheel bearings have excessive free play (5.2.3c)

Steering damper insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 63,739 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 63,717 miles

Nearside Front Sidecar direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Sidecar front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Sidecar direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Sidecar rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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CAU 676T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 CAU 676T, 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 CAU 676T registered?

CAU 676T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 April 1979.

Is CAU 676T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAU 676T shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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