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GNR 235V

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,242 mi
Last recorded27,242 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2012
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNR 235V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2012 27,242 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 27,168 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 27,152 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 27,113 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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GNR 235V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GNR 235V, 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 GNR 235V?

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What year was GNR 235V registered?

GNR 235V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 September 1979.

Is GNR 235V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNR 235V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GNR 235V have outstanding finance?

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