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XYP 171N

1974 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,523 mi
Last recorded59,523 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 1974 BMW R Series40,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYP 171N
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Feb 2016 59,523 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 58,825 miles

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

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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XYP 171N is a 1974 BMW R Series in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 40,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XYP 171N, 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 52 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 XYP 171N?

You can check the full history of XYP 171N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XYP 171N registered?

XYP 171N is a 1974 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 September 1974.

Is XYP 171N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYP 171N shows 2 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 XYP 171N have outstanding finance?

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