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GVO 753V

1980 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,401 mi
Last recorded50,401 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2006
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

RegistrationGVO 753V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2006 50,401 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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GVO 753V is a 1980 BMW R Series in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 GVO 753V, 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 GVO 753V?

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What year was GVO 753V registered?

GVO 753V is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 June 1980.

Is GVO 753V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVO 753V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVO 753V have outstanding finance?

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