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XRH 448S

1978 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,807 mi
Last recorded33,807 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 BMW Unknown31,307 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRH 448S
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2024 33,807 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 27,747 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 25,450 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 22,891 miles

Front shock absorber dust seals split

Front tyre showing signs of cracking

Nearside side stand spring weak

Offside Front brake pipe support grommet missing

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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XRH 448S is a 1978 BMW Unknown in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 31,307 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRH 448S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRH 448S?

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What year was XRH 448S registered?

XRH 448S is a 1978 BMW Unknown, first registered on 6 April 1978.

Is XRH 448S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRH 448S shows 4 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 XRH 448S have outstanding finance?

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