MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,232 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VNU 586S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 VNU 586S, 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 VNU 586S?
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What year was VNU 586S registered?
VNU 586S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 1978.
Is VNU 586S safe to buy?
The MOT history for VNU 586S shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VNU 586S have outstanding finance?
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