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WGH 965M

1974 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,976 mi
Last recorded27,976 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2012
Typical for 1974 BMW R Series40,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGH 965M
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2012 27,976 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 26,729 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 25,407 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 25,163 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 24,670 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 24,361 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 24,001 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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WGH 965M is a 1974 BMW R Series in Red with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 40,451 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 WGH 965M, 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 52 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 WGH 965M?

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What year was WGH 965M registered?

WGH 965M is a 1974 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 March 1974.

Is WGH 965M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGH 965M shows 7 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 WGH 965M have outstanding finance?

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