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WMX 625S

1978 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

872 mi
Last recorded872 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMX 625S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 872 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 826 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 543 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 99 miles

new odometer fitted

number plate cracked

Pass 20 Sep 2012 59,131 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 28 May 2009 33,725 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 33,598 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 33,598 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 33,462 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 33,458 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 32,591 miles

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

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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WMX 625S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WMX 625S, 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 WMX 625S?

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What year was WMX 625S registered?

WMX 625S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 April 1978.

Is WMX 625S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMX 625S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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