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UMK 600S

1978 BMW R Series

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,887 mi
Last recorded67,887 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2009
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMK 600S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2009 67,887 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 67,887 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 66,940 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 59,958 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 57,724 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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UMK 600S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 UMK 600S, 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 UMK 600S?

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What year was UMK 600S registered?

UMK 600S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 April 1978.

Is UMK 600S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMK 600S shows 5 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 UMK 600S have outstanding finance?

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