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SHO 653T

1979 BMW R100

Gold Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHO 653T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2016
Pass 11 Feb 2015 99 miles

new odometer

Pass 17 Mar 2011 81,477 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 81,473 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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SHO 653T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Gold with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SHO 653T, 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

How do I check the history of SHO 653T?

You can check the full history of SHO 653T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SHO 653T registered?

SHO 653T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 5 June 1979.

Is SHO 653T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHO 653T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHO 653T have outstanding finance?

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