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YYX 272T

1979 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,845 mi
Last recorded79,845 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYX 272T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2021 79,845 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 79,382 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 79,076 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 78,710 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 77,561 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 77,167 miles

slight judder to front brake

Pass 31 Jan 2012 76,432 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 76,054 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 74,536 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 73,197 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 71,856 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 65,606 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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YYX 272T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Green with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 44,792 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 YYX 272T, 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 47 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 YYX 272T registered?

YYX 272T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 July 1979.

Is YYX 272T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYX 272T shows 12 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 YYX 272T have outstanding finance?

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