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WVA 115T

1978 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

94,840 mi
Last recorded94,840 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVA 115T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 94,840 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 94,840 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 93,730 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 84,840 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 88,840 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 87,730 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 86,840 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 85,842 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 84,840 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 95,000 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 94,840 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 84,840 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 83,739 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 83,739 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 83,739 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 94,840 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 94,840 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 90,832 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 99,418 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 22,696 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 54,065 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 62,186 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 20,819 miles

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

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

Rear 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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WVA 115T is a 1978 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 WVA 115T, 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 WVA 115T registered?

WVA 115T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 20 September 1978.

Is WVA 115T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVA 115T shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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