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NMA 404T

1979 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,731 mi
Last recorded1,731 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMA 404T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2021 1,731 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 2,386 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 21,408 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 19,858 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 19,464 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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NMA 404T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NMA 404T, 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 NMA 404T?

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What year was NMA 404T registered?

NMA 404T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is NMA 404T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMA 404T shows 5 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 NMA 404T have outstanding finance?

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