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DLO 647T

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,090 mi
Last recorded31,090 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLO 647T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2019 31,090 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 31,075 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 31,061 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 31,013 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 30,973 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 30,874 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 30,729 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 30,488 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 30,365 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 29,947 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 29,384 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 29,225 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 28,966 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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DLO 647T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 41,194 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 DLO 647T, 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 48 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 DLO 647T?

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What year was DLO 647T registered?

DLO 647T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 November 1978.

Is DLO 647T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLO 647T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLO 647T have outstanding finance?

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