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CDB 869T

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,311 mi
Last recorded21,311 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDB 869T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2017 21,311 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 21,273 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 21,235 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 21,214 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 21,212 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 21,192 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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CDB 869T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 CDB 869T, 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 CDB 869T?

You can check the full history of CDB 869T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CDB 869T registered?

CDB 869T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 May 1979.

Is CDB 869T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDB 869T shows 6 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 CDB 869T have outstanding finance?

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