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CLW 547T

1978 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,367 mi
Last recorded67,367 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLW 547T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 May 2019 67,367 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 66,793 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 66,007 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 65,060 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Sep 2011 63,724 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 62,789 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 61,654 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 61,031 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 60,014 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 58,629 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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CLW 547T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 CLW 547T, 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 CLW 547T?

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What year was CLW 547T registered?

CLW 547T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 September 1978.

Is CLW 547T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLW 547T shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLW 547T have outstanding finance?

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