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WYH 870S

1978 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,711 mi
Last recorded56,711 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYH 870S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2017 56,711 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 55,884 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 55,342 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 54,500 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 53,516 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 52,847 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 52,740 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 52,736 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 52,628 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 51,313 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2006 49,537 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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WYH 870S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 WYH 870S, 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 WYH 870S?

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What year was WYH 870S registered?

WYH 870S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is WYH 870S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYH 870S shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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