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LBU 837V

1979 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,853 mi
Last recorded34,853 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBU 837V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 34,853 miles

High beam indicator not working

fuel pipe clips are missing

rear suspension swing arm has play

Fail 24 Jul 2019 34,853 miles

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

High beam indicator not working

fuel pipe clips are missing

rear suspension swing arm has play

Pass 27 Jul 2018 34,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 34,853 miles

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

Fuel pipe clips are missing

Rear tyre is perrishing

Pass 6 Jul 2016 34,853 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel pipe clips are missing

Fail 6 Jul 2016 34,853 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel pipe clips are missing

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking Centre stand is insecure. (6.1.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 34,853 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 34,853 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 34,519 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 34,519 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 34,519 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 34,404 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 33,852 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 33,402 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 32,331 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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LBU 837V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LBU 837V, 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 LBU 837V registered?

LBU 837V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 2 October 1979.

Is LBU 837V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBU 837V shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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