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TOL 296S

1977 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,566 mi
Last recorded38,566 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2009
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOL 296S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2009 38,566 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 2,838 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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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TOL 296S is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TOL 296S, 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 TOL 296S?

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What year was TOL 296S registered?

TOL 296S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 December 1977.

Is TOL 296S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOL 296S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TOL 296S have outstanding finance?

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