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SVM 78H

1978 BMW R100

Black Petrol 979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,139 mi
Last recorded5,139 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVM 78H
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine979cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2019 5,139 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 5,000 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 4,233 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 3,560 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 2,691 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 2,685 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 2,060 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 1,434 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 869 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 391 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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SVM 78H is a 1978 BMW R100 in Black with a 979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SVM 78H, 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 SVM 78H?

You can check the full history of SVM 78H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SVM 78H registered?

SVM 78H is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1978.

Is SVM 78H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVM 78H shows 10 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 SVM 78H have outstanding finance?

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