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MSC 906T

1979 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,807 mi
Last recorded64,807 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSC 906T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 64,807 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 64,773 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated oil (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides fouling fairing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil possible leak behind boots (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 64,701 miles

Front twisted but not effecting steering or braking

seat movement

Pass 3 May 2016 64,598 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 64,418 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

front fork gaiters fitted so full inspection could not be carried out

Pass 4 Apr 2014 64,187 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 63,634 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 63,334 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 63,115 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 62,892 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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MSC 906T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Silver 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 MSC 906T, 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 MSC 906T registered?

MSC 906T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is MSC 906T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSC 906T 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.

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