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HBV 30S

1978 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,515 mi
Last recorded48,515 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBV 30S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2019 48,515 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 47,656 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 42,152 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 42,108 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 41,969 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 41,832 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 41,661 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 41,218 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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HBV 30S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 41,194 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 HBV 30S, 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 48 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 HBV 30S?

You can check the full history of HBV 30S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HBV 30S registered?

HBV 30S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is HBV 30S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBV 30S shows 8 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 HBV 30S have outstanding finance?

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