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CVS 151T

1978 BMW R Series

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,969 mi
Last recorded35,969 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVS 151T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2019 35,969 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 35,549 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 35,177 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 34,687 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 34,048 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 33,776 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 33,390 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 32,335 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 31,283 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 29,993 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 29,978 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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CVS 151T is a 1978 BMW R Series in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 CVS 151T, 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 CVS 151T?

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What year was CVS 151T registered?

CVS 151T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 October 1978.

Is CVS 151T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVS 151T shows 11 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 CVS 151T have outstanding finance?

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