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OBM 74M

1973 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,882 mi
Last recorded50,882 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW R Series36,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBM 74M
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2017 50,882 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 50,598 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 50,384 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 50,103 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 49,716 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 49,208 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 47,691 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 47,691 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 47,003 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 45,223 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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OBM 74M is a 1973 BMW R Series in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.2% with a typical mileage of 36,750 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 OBM 74M, 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 53 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 OBM 74M?

You can check the full history of OBM 74M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OBM 74M registered?

OBM 74M is a 1973 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 October 1973.

Is OBM 74M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBM 74M shows 10 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 OBM 74M have outstanding finance?

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