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ELC 949T

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,617 mi
Last recorded17,617 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELC 949T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2016 17,617 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 14,237 miles

slight play front fork bushes

Pass 4 Feb 2014 12,195 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 11,473 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 10,695 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 8,796 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 3,821 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 46,754 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 46,754 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 46,753 miles

front brake binding slightly, efficient at test.

Pass 22 Apr 2006 45,713 miles

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

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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ELC 949T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 ELC 949T, 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 ELC 949T?

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What year was ELC 949T registered?

ELC 949T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 January 1979.

Is ELC 949T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELC 949T shows 11 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 ELC 949T have outstanding finance?

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