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VLN 760S

1977 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,973 mi
Last recorded53,973 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 BMW R Series39,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLN 760S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2017 53,973 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 52,712 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 52,626 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 52,285 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 52,095 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 51,538 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 51,136 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 50,658 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 50,308 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 49,804 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 49,075 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 48,545 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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VLN 760S is a 1977 BMW R Series in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VLN 760S, 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

How do I check the history of VLN 760S?

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What year was VLN 760S registered?

VLN 760S is a 1977 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is VLN 760S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLN 760S shows 12 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 VLN 760S have outstanding finance?

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