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MBW 649N

1975 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,594 mi
Last recorded48,594 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1975 BMW R Series47,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 649N
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2018 48,594 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 48,388 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 47,935 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 47,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 45,677 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 45,476 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 45,195 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 44,913 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 44,366 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 43,671 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 43,009 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 42,715 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 42,539 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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MBW 649N is a 1975 BMW R Series in Black with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 47,935 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 MBW 649N, 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 51 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 MBW 649N?

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What year was MBW 649N registered?

MBW 649N is a 1975 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1975.

Is MBW 649N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBW 649N shows 13 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 MBW 649N have outstanding finance?

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