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XYX 354T

1978 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,514 mi
Last recorded39,514 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
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

RegistrationXYX 354T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 39,514 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 39,361 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 39,308 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 38,892 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 38,892 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 38,132 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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XYX 354T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XYX 354T, 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 XYX 354T?

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What year was XYX 354T registered?

XYX 354T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 November 1978.

Is XYX 354T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYX 354T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XYX 354T have outstanding finance?

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