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LWO 315P

1976 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,638 mi
Last recorded78,638 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 BMW R Series36,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWO 315P
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2018 78,638 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 76,992 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 74,573 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 73,423 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 73,348 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 73,024 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 71,447 miles

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

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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LWO 315P is a 1976 BMW R Series in Blue with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 36,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LWO 315P, 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 50 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 LWO 315P?

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What year was LWO 315P registered?

LWO 315P is a 1976 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 January 1976.

Is LWO 315P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWO 315P shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWO 315P have outstanding finance?

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