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GLE 726T

1979 BMW R Series

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,770 mi
Last recorded13,770 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLE 726T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 13,770 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 13,319 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 12,889 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 12,848 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 12,818 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 12,805 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 12,178 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 11,857 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2012 11,857 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 11,857 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 11,857 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 11,857 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 11,857 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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GLE 726T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GLE 726T, 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 GLE 726T?

You can check the full history of GLE 726T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GLE 726T registered?

GLE 726T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is GLE 726T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLE 726T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GLE 726T have outstanding finance?

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