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DBH 30T

1978 BMW R100

Orange Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,454 mi
Last recorded43,454 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBH 30T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 43,454 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 42,608 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 41,920 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 39,820 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 39,453 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 38,860 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 38,860 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 38,855 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 38,612 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 38,228 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 37,500 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 36,870 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 36,225 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 35,754 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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DBH 30T is a 1978 BMW R100 in Orange with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DBH 30T, 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 DBH 30T?

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What year was DBH 30T registered?

DBH 30T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is DBH 30T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBH 30T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DBH 30T have outstanding finance?

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