MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,084 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn not working (1.7.3a)
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HJK 154Y is a 1978 BMW R Series in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 HJK 154Y, 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.
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How do I check the history of HJK 154Y?
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What year was HJK 154Y registered?
HJK 154Y is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1978.
Is HJK 154Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for HJK 154Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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