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AHH 571T

1978 BMW R Series

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,859 mi
Last recorded46,859 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHH 571T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 46,859 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 46,443 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 56,375 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 46,148 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 45,818 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 45,818 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 45,774 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 45,336 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 May 2012 45,336 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2010 3,012 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 2,375 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 31 Oct 2009 2,375 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 99,352 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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AHH 571T is a 1978 BMW R Series in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AHH 571T, 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 AHH 571T registered?

AHH 571T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 October 1978.

Is AHH 571T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHH 571T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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