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LGK 471V

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

6,983 mi
Last recorded6,983 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGK 471V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 6,983 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 5,986 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 5,696 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 5,696 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2015 5,655 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 4,969 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 4,969 miles

Nearside Front Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Outer Front Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 3,869 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 3,366 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2010 2,656 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 2,656 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 50,801 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 37,002 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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LGK 471V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LGK 471V, 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 LGK 471V registered?

LGK 471V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 1979.

Is LGK 471V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGK 471V shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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