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OKA 589S

1978 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,181 mi
Last recorded45,181 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKA 589S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 45,181 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 37,226 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 31,290 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 17,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 8,441 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 91,391 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 63,575 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 28 May 2013 63,575 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 63,575 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 63,575 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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OKA 589S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Silver with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 OKA 589S, 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

How do I check the history of OKA 589S?

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What year was OKA 589S registered?

OKA 589S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is OKA 589S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKA 589S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OKA 589S have outstanding finance?

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