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GLO 356T

1979 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,987 mi
Last recorded82,987 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLO 356T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 May 2018 82,987 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 82,137 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 81,471 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 80,875 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 80,547 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 80,036 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 79,047 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 356T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 356T, 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 356T?

You can check the full history of GLO 356T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GLO 356T registered?

GLO 356T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is GLO 356T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLO 356T shows 7 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 356T have outstanding finance?

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