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WMT 850T

1978 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,310 mi
Last recorded19,310 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMT 850T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 19,310 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 16,162 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 12,521 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 10,614 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 8,431 miles

rear tyre soft

Pass 5 Oct 2012 5,774 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 3,762 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 524 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 99,311 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 2,326 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 96,694 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 95,299 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 95,299 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 93,123 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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WMT 850T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WMT 850T, 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 WMT 850T?

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What year was WMT 850T registered?

WMT 850T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is WMT 850T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMT 850T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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