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LDV 400W

1980 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,368 mi
Last recorded75,368 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2005
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDV 400W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2005 75,368 miles

Nearside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 75,368 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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LDV 400W is a 1980 BMW R Series in Red with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 LDV 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 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 LDV 400W?

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What year was LDV 400W registered?

LDV 400W is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is LDV 400W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDV 400W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LDV 400W have outstanding finance?

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