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GJJ 268N

1974 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,554 mi
Last recorded92,554 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 1974 BMW R Series40,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJJ 268N
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 92,554 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 91,643 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 89,432 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 88,635 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

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

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

Slight change in engine speed on l/h lock

Fail 30 Jan 2009 88,632 miles

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

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

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

Slight change in engine speed on l/h lock

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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GJJ 268N is a 1974 BMW R Series in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 40,451 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 GJJ 268N, 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 52 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJJ 268N registered?

GJJ 268N is a 1974 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 December 1974.

Is GJJ 268N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJJ 268N shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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