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CDM 583S

1978 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,467 mi
Last recorded28,467 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDM 583S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 28,467 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 28,467 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 27,595 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 26,039 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 24,860 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 23,608 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 23,608 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 21,448 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 16,386 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 12,135 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 8,254 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 375 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 289 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 194 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 5 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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CDM 583S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1978 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 41,194 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 CDM 583S, 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 48 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 CDM 583S?

You can check the full history of CDM 583S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CDM 583S registered?

CDM 583S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is CDM 583S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDM 583S shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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