MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,409 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Oil leak
Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BUF 97T is a 1979 BMW R Series in Brown with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 BUF 97T, 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
How do I check the history of BUF 97T?
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What year was BUF 97T registered?
BUF 97T is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 1979.
Is BUF 97T safe to buy?
The MOT history for BUF 97T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BUF 97T have outstanding finance?
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