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FMY 784V

1979 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,072 mi
Last recorded63,072 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMY 784V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 63,072 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 61,010 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 61,010 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 50,760 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 50,760 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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FMY 784V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Grey with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FMY 784V, 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 FMY 784V?

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What year was FMY 784V registered?

FMY 784V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 November 1979.

Is FMY 784V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMY 784V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FMY 784V have outstanding finance?

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