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CYP 999V

1979 BMW R Series

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,058 mi
Last recorded51,058 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYP 999V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 51,058 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 51,019 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 50,689 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 50,689 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 50,405 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2015 50,405 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,150 miles

Front tyre age cracking

Righthand pillion footrest spins

Pass 21 Aug 2012 49,866 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 49,628 miles

Slight perishing to front tyre sidewalls

Pass 16 May 2009 48,945 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 48,928 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 48,915 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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CYP 999V is a 1979 BMW R Series in White with a 999cc 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 CYP 999V, 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 CYP 999V?

You can check the full history of CYP 999V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CYP 999V registered?

CYP 999V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 September 1979.

Is CYP 999V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYP 999V 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.

Does CYP 999V have outstanding finance?

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