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LHS 146V

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,759 mi
Last recorded53,759 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHS 146V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 53,759 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 53,232 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 52,810 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 52,328 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 51,437 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2010 48,660 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 48,660 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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LHS 146V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LHS 146V, 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 LHS 146V?

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What year was LHS 146V registered?

LHS 146V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 September 1979.

Is LHS 146V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHS 146V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LHS 146V have outstanding finance?

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