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HPB 999V

1980 BMW R Series

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

673 mi
Last recorded673 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPB 999V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2018 673 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 63,269 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 60,799 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 60,531 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 60,368 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 60,198 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 60,132 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 59,726 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 59,445 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 59,195 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 58,690 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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HPB 999V is a 1980 BMW R Series in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 HPB 999V, 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 HPB 999V?

You can check the full history of HPB 999V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HPB 999V registered?

HPB 999V is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 March 1980.

Is HPB 999V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPB 999V shows 11 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 HPB 999V have outstanding finance?

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