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BAD 78T

1978 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,200 mi
Last recorded44,200 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAD 78T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2010 44,200 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 39,819 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 33,002 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 25,806 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (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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BAD 78T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BAD 78T, 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 BAD 78T?

You can check the full history of BAD 78T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BAD 78T registered?

BAD 78T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BAD 78T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAD 78T shows 4 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 BAD 78T have outstanding finance?

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