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DHE 480V

1979 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,339 mi
Last recorded12,339 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHE 480V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 12,339 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 11,954 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 11,365 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,094 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 11,055 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 10,712 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 10,704 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 10,525 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 10,525 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 10,481 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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DHE 480V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DHE 480V, 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 DHE 480V?

You can check the full history of DHE 480V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DHE 480V registered?

DHE 480V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 October 1979.

Is DHE 480V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHE 480V shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHE 480V have outstanding finance?

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