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BHM 738T

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,692 mi
Last recorded74,692 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHM 738T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 74,692 miles

Stop lamp not working from rear brake

seat and carrier loose

Fail 20 Sep 2011 74,692 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Stop lamp not working from rear brake

seat and carrier loose

Pass 24 Sep 2010 73,923 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2009 72,232 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 18 Sep 2008 69,983 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2007 67,206 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 66,948 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 63,852 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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BHM 738T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BHM 738T, 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 BHM 738T?

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What year was BHM 738T registered?

BHM 738T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is BHM 738T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHM 738T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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