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C599 HVL

1979 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,054 mi
Last recorded69,054 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW R Series44,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC599 HVL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 May 2015 69,054 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 69,054 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 69,037 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 68,359 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 67,951 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 67,149 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 66,997 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 66,326 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 64,312 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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C599 HVL is a 1979 BMW R Series in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 C599 HVL, 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 C599 HVL registered?

C599 HVL is a 1979 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 September 1979.

Is C599 HVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C599 HVL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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