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MOT 604R

1977 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,249 mi
Last recorded15,249 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOT 604R
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 15,249 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 May 2013 15,060 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 14,888 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 14,669 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 14,260 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 13,858 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 Apr 2008 12,377 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 12,377 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 11,037 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 10,183 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 10,112 miles

Front Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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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MOT 604R is a 1977 BMW R Series in Silver with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1977 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 39,366 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 MOT 604R, 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 49 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 MOT 604R?

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What year was MOT 604R registered?

MOT 604R is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 February 1977.

Is MOT 604R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOT 604R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MOT 604R have outstanding finance?

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