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XEV 149S

1978 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,830 mi
Last recorded2,830 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEV 149S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2018 2,830 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 2,630 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 2,534 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 2,203 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 1,882 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 1,510 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 1,242 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 855 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 308 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 10 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 1 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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XEV 149S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Grey with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 XEV 149S, 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 XEV 149S?

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What year was XEV 149S registered?

XEV 149S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 January 1978.

Is XEV 149S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEV 149S shows 12 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 XEV 149S have outstanding finance?

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