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CDS 34S

1978 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,722 mi
Last recorded58,722 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDS 34S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 58,722 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 57,406 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 56,923 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 54,591 miles

Small cut on rear tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2014 54,381 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 53,774 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 53,774 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 52,909 miles

Slight perishing on front tyre.

Fail 11 Oct 2010 52,909 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Slight perishing on front tyre.

Pass 3 Oct 2009 51,940 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

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

Fail 3 Oct 2009 51,940 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2008 51,576 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2007 51,300 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 26 Aug 2007 51,300 miles

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 50,914 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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CDS 34S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 44,155 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 CDS 34S, 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 48 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 CDS 34S?

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What year was CDS 34S registered?

CDS 34S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is CDS 34S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDS 34S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDS 34S have outstanding finance?

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