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SEE 10T

1978 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

38,864 mi
Last recorded38,864 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEE 10T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 38,864 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 38,373 miles

minimal cracking in rear tyre sidewalls

Fail 29 Jun 2017 38,373 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

minimal cracking in rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 30 Jun 2016 38,129 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 37,806 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 37,789 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Fail 23 May 2014 36,381 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2014 36,381 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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SEE 10T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SEE 10T, 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 SEE 10T?

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What year was SEE 10T registered?

SEE 10T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is SEE 10T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEE 10T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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