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XMU 750T

1979 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMU 750T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022
Pass 27 Jul 2021
Fail 27 Jul 2021

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2019
Fail 15 Mar 2019

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018
Fail 4 Apr 2018

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2017
Pass 31 Jul 2015
Fail 31 Jul 2015

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s front (3.2.A1f(i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s front (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,142 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 50,419 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 48,193 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 47,720 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 42,545 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 42,545 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007
Pass 20 Jun 2006 38,625 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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XMU 750T is a 1979 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 XMU 750T, 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

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What year was XMU 750T registered?

XMU 750T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is XMU 750T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMU 750T shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMU 750T have outstanding finance?

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