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SPF 430R

1977 BMW Unknown

Green Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,608 mi
Last recorded43,608 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1977 BMW Unknown24,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPF 430R
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 43,608 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 42,035 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 42,030 miles

Fuel system component leaking offside carb (7.2.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play shock absorber (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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SPF 430R is a 1977 BMW Unknown in Green with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 24,069 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPF 430R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPF 430R?

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What year was SPF 430R registered?

SPF 430R is a 1977 BMW Unknown, first registered on 9 June 1977.

Is SPF 430R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPF 430R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPF 430R have outstanding finance?

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