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CSA 5T

1979 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,654 mi
Last recorded54,654 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSA 5T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 54,654 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 53,736 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 53,547 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2011 53,547 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 May 2010 52,990 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 52,427 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 52,226 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 52,010 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 51,587 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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CSA 5T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CSA 5T, 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 CSA 5T?

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What year was CSA 5T registered?

CSA 5T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 30 April 1979.

Is CSA 5T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSA 5T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSA 5T have outstanding finance?

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