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TRY 243S

1977 BMW R Series

White Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,961 mi
Last recorded21,961 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRY 243S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 21,961 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 19,087 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 17,719 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 16,155 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2015 16,155 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 15,029 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 14,374 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 14,317 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 13,716 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 12,036 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2010 12,036 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 10,453 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 May 2009 10,453 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 8,986 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 7,858 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 7,858 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 5,474 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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TRY 243S is a 1977 BMW R Series in White with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TRY 243S, 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 TRY 243S registered?

TRY 243S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is TRY 243S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRY 243S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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