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VPD 35S

1978 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

68,874 mi
Last recorded68,874 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPD 35S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 68,874 miles

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

indicators not fitted at time of test

noise from interference between rear wheel & hub

Fail 12 Aug 2016 68,874 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

indicators not fitted at time of test

noise from interference between rear wheel & hub

Fail 7 May 2016 68,851 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

hi beam indicator not working

indicators not fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Jun 2014 68,472 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 68,468 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

exhaust clamps missing

Pass 27 Sep 2008 67,459 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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VPD 35S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VPD 35S, 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 VPD 35S?

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What year was VPD 35S registered?

VPD 35S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 13 January 1978.

Is VPD 35S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPD 35S shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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