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CNK 301T

1978 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,695 mi
Last recorded39,695 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNK 301T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 39,695 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 37,218 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 35,160 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 34,049 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 31,422 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 27,334 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 23,192 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 23,192 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 17,017 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2011 17,017 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 7,734 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 7,679 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 99,619 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 96,549 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 95,162 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 94,755 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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CNK 301T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CNK 301T, 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 CNK 301T?

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What year was CNK 301T registered?

CNK 301T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 October 1978.

Is CNK 301T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNK 301T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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