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MVA 295R

1977 BMW R Series

White Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,260 mi
Last recorded22,260 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVA 295R
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2020 22,260 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 21,320 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 20,493 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 20,128 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 17,561 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 15,882 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 15,159 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 14,224 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 9,455 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 1,131 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 866 miles

both tyres starting to perish on the sidewalls

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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MVA 295R is a 1977 BMW R Series in White with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 MVA 295R, 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 MVA 295R?

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What year was MVA 295R registered?

MVA 295R is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is MVA 295R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVA 295R shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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