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SHF 216T

1979 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,520 mi
Last recorded33,520 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHF 216T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 33,520 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 30,834 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 29,918 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 28,311 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 27,159 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,361 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 25,361 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,020 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

slight perishing on sidewalls of sidecar tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2007 11,501 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 11,555 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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SHF 216T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 44,792 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 SHF 216T, 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 47 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 SHF 216T?

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What year was SHF 216T registered?

SHF 216T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is SHF 216T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHF 216T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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