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YEB 955T

1979 BMW R100

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,669 mi
Last recorded40,669 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEB 955T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 40,669 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 39,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 38,967 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 37,838 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,838 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 35,211 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 33,281 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 31,001 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 20 May 2011 29,369 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front tyre has a tack in the tread pattern.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 May 2010 27,064 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 24,557 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 23,427 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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YEB 955T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 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 YEB 955T, 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 47 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 YEB 955T registered?

YEB 955T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 20 April 1979.

Is YEB 955T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEB 955T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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