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AFT 840V

1979 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,186 mi
Last recorded57,186 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFT 840V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2019 57,186 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,655 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 53,721 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 52,207 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 50,344 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 48,706 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 48,034 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 47,155 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 46,321 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 45,808 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 45,270 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 44,077 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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AFT 840V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFT 840V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFT 840V?

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What year was AFT 840V registered?

AFT 840V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is AFT 840V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFT 840V shows 12 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 AFT 840V have outstanding finance?

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