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OFC 203T

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,391 mi
Last recorded36,391 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFC 203T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 36,391 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 36,091 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 35,930 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 24 May 2013 35,303 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 35,252 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 34,946 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 34,588 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 34,541 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 34,089 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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OFC 203T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 41,194 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 OFC 203T, 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 48 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFC 203T registered?

OFC 203T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is OFC 203T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFC 203T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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