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CPV 864T

1978 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,039 mi
Last recorded24,039 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPV 864T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,039 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 24,039 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 24,013 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 23,965 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 23,920 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 23,827 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 23,811 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 23,705 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2009 23,682 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 23,612 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 23,056 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 23,378 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 23,264 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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CPV 864T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CPV 864T, 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 CPV 864T?

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What year was CPV 864T registered?

CPV 864T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 September 1978.

Is CPV 864T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPV 864T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CPV 864T have outstanding finance?

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