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XYV 900T

1978 BMW R Series

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,254 mi
Last recorded68,254 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYV 900T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 68,254 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 66,491 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 66,491 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 63,791 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 62,230 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Apr 2014 62,223 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 58,751 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 55,663 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 55,459 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 55,322 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 55,322 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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XYV 900T is a 1978 BMW R Series in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XYV 900T, 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 XYV 900T registered?

XYV 900T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 August 1978.

Is XYV 900T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYV 900T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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