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XMF 525T

1978 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,782 mi
Last recorded37,782 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMF 525T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 37,782 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 52,959 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 91,573 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 10,299 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 57,817 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 56,284 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2009 56,270 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 56,230 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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XMF 525T is a 1978 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XMF 525T, 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 XMF 525T?

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What year was XMF 525T registered?

XMF 525T is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 18 September 1978.

Is XMF 525T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMF 525T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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