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JUD 91S

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,502 mi
Last recorded49,502 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJUD 91S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 49,502 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 48,667 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 45,534 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 43,066 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 41,340 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 38,049 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 35,511 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 34,652 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 32,371 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2008 32,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 31,683 miles

Both main stand pivots are either bent or worn.

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

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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JUD 91S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 JUD 91S, 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 JUD 91S?

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What year was JUD 91S registered?

JUD 91S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is JUD 91S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JUD 91S 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.

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