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JTV 224V

1979 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,167 mi
Last recorded37,167 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTV 224V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2015 37,167 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 36,978 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 May 2013 36,882 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 36,838 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,547 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 36,515 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 36,303 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 35,871 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 35,012 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 34,258 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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JTV 224V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JTV 224V, 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 JTV 224V?

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What year was JTV 224V registered?

JTV 224V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 August 1979.

Is JTV 224V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTV 224V shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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