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AHR 4V

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,500 mi
Last recorded62,500 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHR 4V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 62,500 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 62,429 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 62,287 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 62,269 miles

Front Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 62,053 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 60,551 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 59,896 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 58,981 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 57,387 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 56,116 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

number plate showing signs of age.

Pass 1 Jun 2009 55,209 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 53,750 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 52,333 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 May 2006 50,959 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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AHR 4V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AHR 4V, 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 AHR 4V?

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What year was AHR 4V registered?

AHR 4V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is AHR 4V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHR 4V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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