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WMF 785T

1978 BMW R Series

Brown Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,919 mi
Last recorded26,919 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMF 785T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 26,919 miles

Oil leak Oil leak from rear of gearbox ()

Fail 30 Jul 2016 26,919 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Oil leak Oil leak from rear of gearbox ()

Pass 3 Jul 2015 26,718 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 25,631 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 24,410 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 22,994 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 22,493 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 21,151 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 19,847 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 158,230 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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WMF 785T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Brown with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WMF 785T, 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 WMF 785T?

You can check the full history of WMF 785T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WMF 785T registered?

WMF 785T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is WMF 785T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMF 785T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WMF 785T have outstanding finance?

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