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UCR 571T

1978 BMW R Series

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,727 mi
Last recorded17,727 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCR 571T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,727 miles

hooter loose

Pass 5 Jul 2014 17,529 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 17,249 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 17,043 miles

Sidecar rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 14 May 2011 16,800 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 May 2010 16,535 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 16,163 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 15,673 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 15,190 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 14,798 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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UCR 571T is a 1978 BMW R Series in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 UCR 571T, 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

How do I check the history of UCR 571T?

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What year was UCR 571T registered?

UCR 571T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 November 1978.

Is UCR 571T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCR 571T shows 10 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 UCR 571T have outstanding finance?

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