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YYG 785S

1978 BMW Unknown

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,258 mi
Last recorded7,258 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 BMW Unknown31,307 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYG 785S
MakeBMW
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 7,258 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 4,825 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 2,351 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 641 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 97,645 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 92,874 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 89,431 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the BMW Unknown?

Based on 3,578 MOT tests across 1,301 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
2,543
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
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YYG 785S is a 1978 BMW Unknown in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 31,307 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Unknown fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YYG 785S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this BMW Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YYG 785S?

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What year was YYG 785S registered?

YYG 785S is a 1978 BMW Unknown, first registered on 21 March 1978.

Is YYG 785S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYG 785S shows 7 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 YYG 785S have outstanding finance?

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