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WKX 41M

1973 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,063 mi
Last recorded48,063 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 BMW R Series36,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKX 41M
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2017 48,063 miles

front wheel bearings have slight free play

Pass 15 Mar 2016 47,770 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 47,619 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 47,088 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 46,154 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 44,361 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 43,990 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 42,598 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 40,977 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 39,548 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 39,121 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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WKX 41M is a 1973 BMW R Series in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 WKX 41M, 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 WKX 41M?

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What year was WKX 41M registered?

WKX 41M is a 1973 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is WKX 41M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKX 41M 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 WKX 41M have outstanding finance?

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