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WHK 734S

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,827 mi
Last recorded12,827 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHK 734S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2018 12,827 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 11,049 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 9,661 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 9,657 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 9,645 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 9,617 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 9,550 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 79,228 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 8,510 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 77,797 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 77,661 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 76,301 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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WHK 734S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 WHK 734S, 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 WHK 734S?

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What year was WHK 734S registered?

WHK 734S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 January 1978.

Is WHK 734S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHK 734S 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 WHK 734S have outstanding finance?

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