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BUF 97T

1979 BMW R Series

Brown Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,409 mi
Last recorded6,409 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUF 97T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 6,409 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 6,176 miles

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)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 6,176 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 5,974 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 5,974 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 5,665 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2009 5,229 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 4,749 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2006 4,407 miles

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.

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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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.

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