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DYS 501T

1978 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,392 mi
Last recorded59,392 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2007
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYS 501T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2007 59,392 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 58,581 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 58,570 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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DYS 501T is a 1978 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DYS 501T, 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 DYS 501T?

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What year was DYS 501T registered?

DYS 501T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DYS 501T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYS 501T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DYS 501T have outstanding finance?

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