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GLX 50T

1979 BMW R100

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,980 mi
Last recorded33,980 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLX 50T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2020 33,980 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 33,605 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 32,869 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 32,531 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 31,684 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 29,734 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 29,081 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 28,612 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 26,846 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 26,846 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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GLX 50T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GLX 50T, 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 GLX 50T registered?

GLX 50T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 16 June 1979.

Is GLX 50T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLX 50T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GLX 50T have outstanding finance?

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