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XTO 355S

1978 BMW R Series

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,213 mi
Last recorded45,213 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTO 355S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 45,213 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 45,199 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 45,178 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 45,160 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 45,154 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 44,558 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 44,540 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2006 44,064 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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XTO 355S is a 1978 BMW R Series in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XTO 355S, 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 XTO 355S?

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What year was XTO 355S registered?

XTO 355S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is XTO 355S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTO 355S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTO 355S have outstanding finance?

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