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PMW 484S

1977 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,480 mi
Last recorded65,480 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMW 484S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 65,480 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 65,245 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 65,145 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 65,145 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Fuel system component leaking carb (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 64,492 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 64,492 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Sep 2013 64,072 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 64,067 miles

the front disks are very slightly rusty

Fail 15 Nov 2010 64,044 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 64,044 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 63,674 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 63,368 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 63,346 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 61,972 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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PMW 484S is a 1977 BMW R Series in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PMW 484S, 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

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What year was PMW 484S registered?

PMW 484S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is PMW 484S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMW 484S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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