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XDF 850S

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,562 mi
Last recorded37,562 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDF 850S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 37,562 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 37,556 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 37,556 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 37,549 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 37,549 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2015 36,910 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 36,408 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 38,398 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 36,068 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 35,151 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 35,091 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 33,714 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 33,714 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 72,346 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 70,556 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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XDF 850S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XDF 850S, 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 XDF 850S?

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What year was XDF 850S registered?

XDF 850S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 March 1978.

Is XDF 850S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDF 850S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDF 850S have outstanding finance?

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