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VHO 151V

1979 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142 mi
Last recorded142 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHO 151V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 142 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2019 135 miles

All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 52,890 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 49,633 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 48,011 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Windscreen is obstructing drivers view.

Pass 9 Jul 2013 47,431 miles

front suspension very stiff

rear tyre perishing- low on tread

wind screen opaque

Fail 16 Apr 2012 47,401 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 46,099 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 44,717 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 30 Mar 2010 44,717 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Offside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 43,104 miles

seat loose

Pass 4 Mar 2008 41,794 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

brake fittings starting to rust on front brake system

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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VHO 151V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 44,792 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 VHO 151V, 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 47 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 VHO 151V registered?

VHO 151V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 September 1979.

Is VHO 151V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHO 151V shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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