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VYO 167S

1978 BMW R100

Yellow Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

645 mi
Last recorded645 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYO 167S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2015 645 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 645 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 7 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 74,950 miles

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

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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VYO 167S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Yellow with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VYO 167S, 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 VYO 167S?

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What year was VYO 167S registered?

VYO 167S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 28 April 1978.

Is VYO 167S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYO 167S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VYO 167S have outstanding finance?

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