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RVK 17S

1978 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,296 mi
Last recorded3,296 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVK 17S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 3,296 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 3,296 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2017 2,570 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 1,418 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 May 2015 8 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 88,915 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 88,483 miles

front tyre near legal limites

Pass 1 Sep 2006 85,979 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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RVK 17S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 RVK 17S, 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

How do I check the history of RVK 17S?

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What year was RVK 17S registered?

RVK 17S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 2 June 1978.

Is RVK 17S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVK 17S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVK 17S have outstanding finance?

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