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PKA 9S

1978 BMW R100

Maroon Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,081 mi
Last recorded70,081 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKA 9S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2017 70,081 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 69,739 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 69,408 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 68,758 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 68,204 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 67,491 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 66,324 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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PKA 9S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Maroon with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PKA 9S, 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

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What year was PKA 9S registered?

PKA 9S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 16 June 1978.

Is PKA 9S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKA 9S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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