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EJN 551T

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,454 mi
Last recorded62,454 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJN 551T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 62,454 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 62,339 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 61,586 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 60,308 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 58,905 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 57,163 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

advise rear brake light switch

Fail 18 Jan 2012 57,163 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

advise rear brake light switch

Pass 17 Jan 2011 55,477 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 53,490 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 51,681 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 51,681 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 48,832 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 46,798 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 46,798 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 44,754 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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EJN 551T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EJN 551T, 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 EJN 551T registered?

EJN 551T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 April 1979.

Is EJN 551T safe to buy?

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