MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,316 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly not returning to idle (6.2.1f)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS
oil leak from left hand baser gasket
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
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WHM 759S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 WHM 759S, 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.
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What year was WHM 759S registered?
WHM 759S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 May 1978.
Is WHM 759S safe to buy?
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