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XKT 799V

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,492 mi
Last recorded45,492 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKT 799V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 May 2015 45,492 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 44,228 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 43,334 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 42,679 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 39,713 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shocks covered by gaitors

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 72,866 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 72,734 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2006 72,191 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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XKT 799V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 44,792 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 XKT 799V, 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 47 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 XKT 799V?

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What year was XKT 799V registered?

XKT 799V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is XKT 799V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKT 799V shows 8 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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