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WGW 219S

1978 BMW R100

Orange Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

3,543 mi
Last recorded3,543 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGW 219S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 3,543 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear carrier modified leaving sharp edges

Pass 6 Apr 2018 622 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 567 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 434 miles

side car fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Apr 2015 45,434 miles

fuel cap loose - sealing rubbers intact

Pass 2 Nov 2011 45,312 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 45,312 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Nearside Sidecar wheel spindle loose (5.2.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 44,605 miles

Gen light on at tickover

nearside and offside front brake calipers - slight play in pins/guides

Pass 8 Jul 2008 43,977 miles

nearside rear indicator slightly insecure

nearside rear luggage rack fixing strut weld broken

offside rear silencer slightly insecure

Pass 25 Apr 2007 43,491 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 43,052 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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WGW 219S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Orange with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WGW 219S, 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

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What year was WGW 219S registered?

WGW 219S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 22 February 1978.

Is WGW 219S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGW 219S 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.

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