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RHV 767R

1977 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,556 mi
Last recorded88,556 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHV 767R
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 88,556 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 87,538 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 87,266 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 87,266 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 87,052 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 86,970 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 86,957 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

indicator repeater operation

Pass 11 Aug 2016 86,858 miles

indicator repeater

rear wheel slight play

Pass 7 Aug 2015 86,693 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

indicator repeater

Pass 8 Aug 2014 86,661 miles

indicator repeater

Pass 8 Aug 2013 86,612 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 86,504 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 86,476 miles

indicator repeater

Pass 19 Nov 2010 86,377 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 86,195 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 85,984 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 85,622 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 85,475 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 85,053 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2005 85,053 miles

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

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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RHV 767R is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RHV 767R, 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 RHV 767R?

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What year was RHV 767R registered?

RHV 767R is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 1977.

Is RHV 767R safe to buy?

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