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GLO 334T

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,203 mi
Last recorded56,203 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLO 334T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 May 2019 56,203 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 55,554 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 54,721 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 54,010 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 53,574 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 53,011 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,257 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 51,550 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 50,413 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 48,751 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 46,972 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 45,481 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 43,663 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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GLO 334T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GLO 334T, 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 GLO 334T?

You can check the full history of GLO 334T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GLO 334T registered?

GLO 334T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 May 1979.

Is GLO 334T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLO 334T shows 13 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 GLO 334T have outstanding finance?

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