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ERM 821V

1979 BMW R Series

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,061 mi
Last recorded24,061 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERM 821V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 24,061 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 22,624 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 22,259 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 21,073 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 19,560 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 19,542 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 18,476 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,927 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 17,708 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 16,323 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2012 16,323 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 14,830 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 14,422 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 13,175 miles

Rear 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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ERM 821V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ERM 821V, 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 ERM 821V?

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What year was ERM 821V registered?

ERM 821V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is ERM 821V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERM 821V shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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