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DUC 201V

1979 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,893 mi
Last recorded54,893 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW Unknown41,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUC 201V
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2015 54,893 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 May 2015 54,892 miles

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2014 54,880 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 54,843 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Unable to inspect front fork seals due to fitted gaitors

Pass 2 Aug 2010 54,434 miles

f/tyre with slight cracks in s/wall

f/tyre worn to 1.2mm

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2009 54,317 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2009 54,313 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 51,448 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 50,697 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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DUC 201V is a 1979 BMW Unknown in Black with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 41,766 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DUC 201V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DUC 201V?

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What year was DUC 201V registered?

DUC 201V is a 1979 BMW Unknown, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is DUC 201V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUC 201V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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