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VEV 375S

1977 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,169 mi
Last recorded31,169 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEV 375S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 31,169 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 30,648 miles

oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2014 29,835 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2013 28,196 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2012 26,851 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre has slight crazing between the tread

Pass 17 May 2010 24,999 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 24,145 miles

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2008 24,125 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 19,076 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 19,076 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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VEV 375S is a 1977 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VEV 375S, 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 VEV 375S registered?

VEV 375S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 August 1977.

Is VEV 375S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEV 375S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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