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GWY 566T

1979 BMW R Series

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,711 mi
Last recorded73,711 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWY 566T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 73,711 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 73,516 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 73,351 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 73,170 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 73,170 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 72,596 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 71,645 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 71,045 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 70,933 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 70,855 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 70,061 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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GWY 566T is a 1979 BMW R Series in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GWY 566T, 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 GWY 566T?

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What year was GWY 566T registered?

GWY 566T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1979.

Is GWY 566T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWY 566T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWY 566T have outstanding finance?

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