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TYY 332S

1977 BMW R Series

Black Diesel 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,272 mi
Last recorded79,272 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYY 332S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 79,272 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 79,272 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 79,271 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 79,271 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 79,273 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

seat base corroded

swingarm corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2007 1,756 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 77,863 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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TYY 332S is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 599cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TYY 332S, 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 TYY 332S registered?

TYY 332S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 October 1977.

Is TYY 332S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYY 332S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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