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DYG 757T

1978 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,671 mi
Last recorded30,671 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYG 757T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 30,671 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 28,841 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 26,656 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 24,121 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 24,058 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 24,026 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 23,960 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 23,954 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 23,867 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 23,684 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 23,481 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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DYG 757T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DYG 757T, 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 DYG 757T?

You can check the full history of DYG 757T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DYG 757T registered?

DYG 757T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 November 1978.

Is DYG 757T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYG 757T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DYG 757T have outstanding finance?

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