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UBN 120T

1978 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,288 mi
Last recorded68,288 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBN 120T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 68,288 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 68,121 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 67,781 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 67,608 miles

fork gators fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2015 67,528 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 67,415 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 66,844 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 66,490 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 66,029 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 66,029 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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UBN 120T is a 1978 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UBN 120T, 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 UBN 120T registered?

UBN 120T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 15 August 1978.

Is UBN 120T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBN 120T 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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