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PFC 79T

1978 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,028 mi
Last recorded62,028 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFC 79T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 62,028 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 62,028 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 46,751 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 46,750 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 46,735 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 45,975 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 44,050 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2011 44,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 40,770 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 38,846 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 38,527 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 36,873 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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PFC 79T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PFC 79T, 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 PFC 79T?

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What year was PFC 79T registered?

PFC 79T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 October 1978.

Is PFC 79T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFC 79T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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