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VCF 100S

1978 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,897 mi
Last recorded58,897 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R Series41,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCF 100S
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 58,897 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 58,460 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 54,175 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 51,624 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 49,027 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 45,900 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 45,430 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 44,617 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 44,617 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 43,768 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 41,867 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 41,664 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 41,277 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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VCF 100S is a 1978 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 41,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCF 100S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VCF 100S?

You can check the full history of VCF 100S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VCF 100S registered?

VCF 100S is a 1978 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 May 1978.

Is VCF 100S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCF 100S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VCF 100S have outstanding finance?

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