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DSG 418S

1978 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,333 mi
Last recorded40,333 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSG 418S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2018 40,333 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 39,266 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 38,841 miles

front brake/s dragging slightly

Pass 10 Nov 2015 38,171 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 37,051 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 35,404 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 34,274 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 32,778 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 31,734 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 30,556 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 28,630 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 26,767 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 24,110 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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DSG 418S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 DSG 418S, 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 DSG 418S registered?

DSG 418S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is DSG 418S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSG 418S shows 13 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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