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CPG 559T

1979 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,598 mi
Last recorded1,598 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPG 559T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 1,598 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear brake pad pins not very secure

Fail 17 May 2019 1,593 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal pivot excessively tight cannot be applied smoothly (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) pinchbolt (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear brake pad pins not very secure

Pass 22 May 2018 99,897 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 98,208 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 97,654 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 97,654 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2011 97,414 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 97,170 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 95,098 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 92,584 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 90,518 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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CPG 559T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CPG 559T, 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

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What year was CPG 559T registered?

CPG 559T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 June 1979.

Is CPG 559T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPG 559T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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