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EJT 52T

1979 BMW R100

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,010 mi
Last recorded77,010 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJT 52T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 77,010 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 75,502 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 75,101 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 75,001 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 74,686 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 74,188 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 73,486 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 73,054 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 73,054 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 71,759 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 71,480 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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EJT 52T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 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 EJT 52T, 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 47 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 EJT 52T registered?

EJT 52T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is EJT 52T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJT 52T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJT 52T have outstanding finance?

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