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BRK 6T

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53 mi
Last recorded53 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRK 6T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 53 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017
Pass 26 Oct 2016 1,307 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 1,693 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 21 Sep 2015 1,693 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2014 348 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 348 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 178 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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BRK 6T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BRK 6T, 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 BRK 6T?

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What year was BRK 6T registered?

BRK 6T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 1978.

Is BRK 6T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRK 6T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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