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CLH 814T

1978 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,318 mi
Last recorded81,318 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLH 814T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2019 81,318 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 80,177 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 78,599 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 77,457 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 75,893 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 74,251 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 70,991 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 68,707 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 65,938 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 64,051 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2008 63,171 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 61,505 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 59,330 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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CLH 814T is a 1978 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 CLH 814T, 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 CLH 814T?

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What year was CLH 814T registered?

CLH 814T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 September 1978.

Is CLH 814T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLH 814T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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