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THT 777S

1978 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,051 mi
Last recorded31,051 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

RegistrationTHT 777S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 31,051 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 37,039 miles

Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Brake pedal cracked (3.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 37,039 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 37,039 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 37,039 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 36,705 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 35,793 miles

rear break light does not work

Pass 14 Aug 2006 30,122 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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THT 777S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 THT 777S, 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

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What year was THT 777S registered?

THT 777S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is THT 777S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THT 777S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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