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DFH 700T

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

2,799 mi
Last recorded2,799 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFH 700T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 2,799 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 2,088 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 2 May 2015 1,408 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 701 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 99,908 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 99,568 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 99,300 miles

Front Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 98,125 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 97,153 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 96,276 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 95,399 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Gaitors fitted to front forks - unable to fully test.

Pass 24 Apr 2006 92,443 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Slight deteoration Registration plate.

Fail 19 Apr 2006 92,412 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Slight deteoration Registration plate (Still legible)

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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DFH 700T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DFH 700T, 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 DFH 700T registered?

DFH 700T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 March 1979.

Is DFH 700T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFH 700T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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