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GLF 77N

1974 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,661 mi
Last recorded29,661 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1974 BMW R Series40,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLF 77N
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2019 29,661 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 29,800 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 31,555 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 29,750 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,000 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 28,815 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 28,320 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 28,186 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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GLF 77N is a 1974 BMW R Series in Red with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GLF 77N, 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

How do I check the history of GLF 77N?

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What year was GLF 77N registered?

GLF 77N is a 1974 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is GLF 77N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLF 77N shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GLF 77N have outstanding finance?

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