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XTX 636T

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,256 mi
Last recorded4,256 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTX 636T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 4,256 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 103,000 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 103,000 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 98,979 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 95,683 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 93,129 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 92,808 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 92,808 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 92,013 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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XTX 636T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XTX 636T, 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 XTX 636T?

You can check the full history of XTX 636T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XTX 636T registered?

XTX 636T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 November 1978.

Is XTX 636T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTX 636T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTX 636T have outstanding finance?

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