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XWJ 293T

1978 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,260 mi
Last recorded35,260 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWJ 293T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 35,260 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 34,516 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 34,028 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 32,244 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 30,405 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 30,405 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 27,823 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 26,703 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 24,520 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 24,520 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2009 22,467 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 21,220 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 21,220 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 19,045 miles

rivets loose on right hand brake disc †Right hand handlebar close to petrol ank

Pass 23 Jun 2006 16,531 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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XWJ 293T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XWJ 293T, 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

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What year was XWJ 293T registered?

XWJ 293T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 September 1978.

Is XWJ 293T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWJ 293T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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