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DFE 42T

1978 BMW R Series

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,851 mi
Last recorded45,851 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFE 42T
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 45,851 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,861 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 44,268 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 43,665 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 43,159 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 42,942 miles
Fail 5 May 2008 42,927 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 May 2007 42,543 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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DFE 42T is a 1978 BMW R Series in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DFE 42T, 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 DFE 42T?

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What year was DFE 42T registered?

DFE 42T is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DFE 42T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFE 42T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFE 42T have outstanding finance?

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