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WCN 799T

1979 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,661 mi
Last recorded49,661 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCN 799T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 49,661 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 48,798 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 47,552 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 45,103 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 44,483 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 43,772 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 42,468 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 41,908 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 41,908 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 41,361 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 40,990 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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WCN 799T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 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 WCN 799T, 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 47 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 WCN 799T?

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What year was WCN 799T registered?

WCN 799T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is WCN 799T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCN 799T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WCN 799T have outstanding finance?

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