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XOO 550S

1978 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,491 mi
Last recorded32,491 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2007
Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOO 550S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2007 32,491 miles

Front 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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XOO 550S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XOO 550S, 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.

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What year was XOO 550S registered?

XOO 550S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 16 February 1978.

Is XOO 550S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOO 550S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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