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HCG 360S

1978 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,904 mi
Last recorded54,904 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCG 360S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 54,904 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 54,904 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,747 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 54,705 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 54,664 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,637 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 54,530 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 53,910 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 53,352 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 52,285 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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HCG 360S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HCG 360S, 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

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What year was HCG 360S registered?

HCG 360S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 April 1978.

Is HCG 360S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCG 360S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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