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FSX 321T

1978 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,220 mi
Last recorded65,220 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSX 321T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 65,220 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 63,422 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 May 2016 63,422 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2014 62,121 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 61,577 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 61,577 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2012 61,128 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 May 2012 61,128 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 May 2011 57,868 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 53,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 49,146 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 42,765 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 42,751 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2007 38,768 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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FSX 321T is a 1978 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FSX 321T, 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 FSX 321T?

You can check the full history of FSX 321T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FSX 321T registered?

FSX 321T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 21 August 1978.

Is FSX 321T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSX 321T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FSX 321T have outstanding finance?

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