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NWR 43P

1976 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

36,528 mi
Last recorded36,528 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 BMW R Series36,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWR 43P
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 36,528 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 32,958 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 32,958 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 30,115 miles

Fuel tap o/s is starting to deteriate but is not leaking yet,also Fuel pipes need some securing clips.fitted.

front tyre shows signs of perishing on sidewall.

Fail 18 Mar 2015 30,103 miles

Nearside Front Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

Fuel tap o/s is starting to deteriate but is not leaking yet,also Fuel pipes need some securing clips.fitted.

front tyre shows signs of perishing on sidewall.

Fail 13 Apr 2012 40,001 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 40,001 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 40,001 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2010 40,001 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 39,497 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 39,497 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 39,074 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 38,696 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 38,374 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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NWR 43P is a 1976 BMW R Series in Blue with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 NWR 43P, 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 NWR 43P?

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What year was NWR 43P registered?

NWR 43P is a 1976 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 January 1976.

Is NWR 43P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWR 43P shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NWR 43P have outstanding finance?

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