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KGG 630V

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,545 mi
Last recorded6,545 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGG 630V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2021 6,545 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 6,545 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 5,693 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 2,101 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 63,263 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 61,881 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 61,161 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 60,027 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 58,998 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 58,998 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 57,506 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 55,424 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 47,865 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 41,664 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 34,195 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 32,172 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 30,002 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 29,986 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

speedometer not illuminated

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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KGG 630V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KGG 630V, 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 KGG 630V registered?

KGG 630V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is KGG 630V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGG 630V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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