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SSA 75R

1977 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,731 mi
Last recorded99,731 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSA 75R
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 99,731 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 99,731 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 99,726 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 99,718 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 99,689 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 99,657 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 99,552 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 97,355 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 97,155 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 96,851 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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SSA 75R is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SSA 75R, 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 SSA 75R?

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What year was SSA 75R registered?

SSA 75R is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 May 1977.

Is SSA 75R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSA 75R 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.

Does SSA 75R have outstanding finance?

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