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TDV 710R

1977 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,479 mi
Last recorded2,479 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDV 710R
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 2,479 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,418 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 2 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Headlamp emitting white light from sides of holder

Slight play in rear wheel bearing

Fail 19 Mar 2015

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 2 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 2 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 68,254 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 67,327 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 67,169 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

center stand insecure

rear brake shoes may be slightly contaminated with oil or grease

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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TDV 710R is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 TDV 710R, 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

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What year was TDV 710R registered?

TDV 710R is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 March 1977.

Is TDV 710R safe to buy?

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