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CMO 998V

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,807 mi
Last recorded82,807 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMO 998V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 82,807 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 81,881 miles

Front And Rear Tyres Under inflaited

Grip Near Side

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Tank Rubber

Pass 5 Dec 2016 81,864 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 3 Nov 2016 81,864 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2013 81,009 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

o/s mirror missing

Pass 10 Aug 2011 77,155 miles

Battery insecure

Considerable oil leakage.Impossible to detect source(s).

Contact between front brake mechanism and underside of petrol tank.

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Fail 6 Aug 2011 77,127 miles

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

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

Battery insecure

Considerable oil leakage.Impossible to detect source(s).

Contact between front brake mechanism and underside of petrol tank.

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 73,585 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 72,462 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 68,967 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 65,473 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 61,181 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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CMO 998V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CMO 998V, 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 CMO 998V?

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What year was CMO 998V registered?

CMO 998V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 August 1979.

Is CMO 998V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMO 998V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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