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REU 867S

1977 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,707 mi
Last recorded31,707 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREU 867S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 31,707 miles

Both tyres are aged.

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

Fail 23 Apr 2015 31,014 miles

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,014 miles

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 30,974 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 29,297 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 May 2011 29,297 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2008 28,938 miles

rear brake performance poor

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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REU 867S is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 REU 867S, 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 REU 867S?

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What year was REU 867S registered?

REU 867S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is REU 867S safe to buy?

The MOT history for REU 867S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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