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ENW 40T

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

94,407 mi
Last recorded94,407 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationENW 40T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 94,407 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 94,393 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 94,393 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 92,003 miles

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

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2013 91,990 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 91,979 miles

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

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

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 91,686 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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ENW 40T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 ENW 40T, 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 ENW 40T?

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What year was ENW 40T registered?

ENW 40T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is ENW 40T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ENW 40T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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