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CWW 494T

1978 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,327 mi
Last recorded63,327 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWW 494T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2017 63,327 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 May 2016 62,776 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 62,747 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 62,141 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 60,631 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 57,604 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 55,259 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 52,599 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 52,258 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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CWW 494T is a 1978 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 CWW 494T, 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

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What year was CWW 494T registered?

CWW 494T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is CWW 494T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWW 494T shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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