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JWX 226V

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,056 mi
Last recorded40,056 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWX 226V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2016 40,056 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 40,018 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 39,980 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 39,861 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 39,770 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 39,705 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 39,620 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 39,567 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 39,550 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 39,538 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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JWX 226V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue 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 JWX 226V, 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

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What year was JWX 226V registered?

JWX 226V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 September 1979.

Is JWX 226V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWX 226V 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.

Does JWX 226V have outstanding finance?

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