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XDF 888S

1978 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,532 mi
Last recorded57,532 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDF 888S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 57,532 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 57,532 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 56,426 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 55,508 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 54,728 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 54,728 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 53,964 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 53,002 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 50,353 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 48,441 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 44,190 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 38,558 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 32,284 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 25,424 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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XDF 888S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XDF 888S, 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 XDF 888S?

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What year was XDF 888S registered?

XDF 888S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is XDF 888S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDF 888S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDF 888S have outstanding finance?

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