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DAT 570T

1978 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,618 mi
Last recorded27,618 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAT 570T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 27,618 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 26,293 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 24,817 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 24,810 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 23,454 miles

Nearside Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 23,165 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,324 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 21,977 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 21,213 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 19,521 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 18,367 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,270 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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DAT 570T is a 1978 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DAT 570T, 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 DAT 570T?

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What year was DAT 570T registered?

DAT 570T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 17 November 1978.

Is DAT 570T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAT 570T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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