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ETV 819V

1979 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

56,187 mi
Last recorded56,187 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETV 819V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 56,187 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 56,187 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2020 56,111 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2019 55,888 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 55,577 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 55,371 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2016 54,552 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2016 54,552 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2015 53,961 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2014 52,343 miles
Pass 26 May 2013 50,434 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 47,906 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 46,259 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 44,941 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 43,372 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 42,116 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 41,992 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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ETV 819V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ETV 819V, 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

How do I check the history of ETV 819V?

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What year was ETV 819V registered?

ETV 819V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 4 September 1979.

Is ETV 819V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETV 819V shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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