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GPN 278V

1980 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,751 mi
Last recorded51,751 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPN 278V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2015 51,751 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 51,301 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 50,777 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 50,322 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 50,260 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 50,150 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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GPN 278V is a 1980 BMW R Series in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,524 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 GPN 278V, 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 46 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 GPN 278V?

You can check the full history of GPN 278V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GPN 278V registered?

GPN 278V is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 March 1980.

Is GPN 278V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPN 278V shows 6 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 GPN 278V have outstanding finance?

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