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GWU 564T

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,721 mi
Last recorded73,721 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWU 564T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 73,721 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 73,651 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 73,651 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 73,360 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 73,238 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 72,883 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 72,194 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 71,169 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 70,588 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 70,128 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 69,586 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 69,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 May 2009 68,244 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 67,846 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 67,421 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 67,421 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 May 2006 66,766 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 66,766 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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GWU 564T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GWU 564T, 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

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What year was GWU 564T registered?

GWU 564T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is GWU 564T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWU 564T shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWU 564T have outstanding finance?

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