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FGE 507T

1979 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,109 mi
Last recorded43,109 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGE 507T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 43,109 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 42,959 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 42,595 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 42,046 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 42,034 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 May 2009 42,020 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 41,604 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 40,889 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 38,953 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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FGE 507T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FGE 507T, 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 FGE 507T?

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What year was FGE 507T registered?

FGE 507T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 February 1979.

Is FGE 507T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGE 507T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGE 507T have outstanding finance?

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