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XGU 850S

1978 BMW R100

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,654 mi
Last recorded57,654 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGU 850S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 57,654 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 57,653 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 57,653 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 57,653 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 57,622 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 57,380 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 56,724 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 56,296 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 54,389 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 53,669 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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XGU 850S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XGU 850S, 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 XGU 850S?

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What year was XGU 850S registered?

XGU 850S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 21 April 1978.

Is XGU 850S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGU 850S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGU 850S have outstanding finance?

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