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OVB 909S

1977 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,210 mi
Last recorded52,210 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVB 909S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 52,210 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 51,470 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2016 51,458 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables throttle (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 50,835 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 50,113 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 49,840 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 49,835 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 49,203 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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OVB 909S is a 1977 BMW R Series in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 OVB 909S, 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 OVB 909S?

You can check the full history of OVB 909S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OVB 909S registered?

OVB 909S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is OVB 909S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVB 909S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OVB 909S have outstanding finance?

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