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KOA 400W

1979 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,938 mi
Last recorded25,938 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOA 400W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine972cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 25,938 miles

Headlight kick up to offside ; masked level.

Stop light not working for rear brake pedal.

Fail 20 Aug 2014 25,938 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Stop light for rear brakke not working.

Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,458 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 24,448 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 13,158 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 11,354 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 27 May 2011 11,353 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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KOA 400W is a 1979 BMW R Series in Red with a 972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KOA 400W, 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 KOA 400W?

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What year was KOA 400W registered?

KOA 400W is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is KOA 400W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOA 400W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KOA 400W have outstanding finance?

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