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LHO 367T

1978 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,165 mi
Last recorded70,165 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2010
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHO 367T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2010 70,165 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 70,165 miles

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 70,059 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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LHO 367T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LHO 367T, 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 LHO 367T?

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What year was LHO 367T registered?

LHO 367T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 August 1978.

Is LHO 367T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHO 367T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LHO 367T have outstanding finance?

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