MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,949 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
slight cracking in tread of rear tyre
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
slight cracking in tread of rear tyre
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PLH 701R is a 1976 BMW R Series in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 PLH 701R, 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 PLH 701R?
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What year was PLH 701R registered?
PLH 701R is a 1976 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 September 1976.
Is PLH 701R safe to buy?
The MOT history for PLH 701R shows 6 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.
Does PLH 701R have outstanding finance?
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