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UDK 814T

1978 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,234 mi
Last recorded88,234 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDK 814T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 88,234 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 88,234 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 86,453 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 85,259 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 84,404 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 82,967 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 81,177 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 79,979 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 78,798 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 77,844 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 76,419 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 74,910 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 73,591 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 72,285 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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UDK 814T is a 1978 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 UDK 814T, 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 UDK 814T?

You can check the full history of UDK 814T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UDK 814T registered?

UDK 814T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 25 September 1978.

Is UDK 814T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDK 814T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UDK 814T have outstanding finance?

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