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XAO 699S

1978 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,097 mi
Last recorded21,097 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAO 699S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2017 21,097 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 21,095 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 21,094 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 21,094 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 21,903 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 21,091 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 21,088 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 21,087 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 21,086 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 21,064 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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XAO 699S is a 1978 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 XAO 699S, 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 XAO 699S?

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What year was XAO 699S registered?

XAO 699S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is XAO 699S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAO 699S shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAO 699S have outstanding finance?

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