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BMS 937V

1979 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,680 mi
Last recorded57,680 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMS 937V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine972cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 57,680 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 57,174 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 55,498 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 54,098 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 52,158 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

indicator tell tale lamp not working but indicators can be seen from the riding position

Fail 10 Apr 2015 52,158 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

indicator tell tale lamp not working but indicators can be seen from the riding position

Pass 10 Mar 2014 48,907 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

front tyre has cracking in centre of tread

indicator teletail inop but can see front indicators when working

stop light does not operate when rear brake is applied

Fail 10 Mar 2014 48,883 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 45,709 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 May 2011 45,686 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Very slight crack on number plate

Fail 7 May 2011 45,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Very slight crack on number plate

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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BMS 937V is a 1979 BMW R Series in Green with a 972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BMS 937V, 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 BMS 937V registered?

BMS 937V is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is BMS 937V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMS 937V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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