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DAY 852T

1979 BMW R Series

Brown Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,976 mi
Last recorded94,976 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAY 852T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 94,976 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 94,589 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 94,504 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 94,388 miles

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 94,269 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 93,978 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 93,849 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 93,089 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 91,757 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 89,716 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 87,989 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 86,621 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 86,599 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2007 86,599 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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DAY 852T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Brown with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 DAY 852T, 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 DAY 852T registered?

DAY 852T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 April 1979.

Is DAY 852T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAY 852T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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