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LTL 496V

1979 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

392 mi
Last recorded392 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTL 496V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 392 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 1,956 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 1,956 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure SIDECAR (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2015 49,504 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,216 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 38,815 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 34,044 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 32,942 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 32,243 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 32,243 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 30,856 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 30,856 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 7 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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LTL 496V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,000cc 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 LTL 496V, 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 LTL 496V?

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What year was LTL 496V registered?

LTL 496V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 November 1979.

Is LTL 496V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTL 496V 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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