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YGY 529S

1978 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 BMW R10044,155 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGY 529S
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023
Pass 3 Mar 2021
Pass 30 Apr 2020
Pass 4 Jun 2019 100,900 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 13 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018
Pass 13 Apr 2017
Pass 19 Apr 2016 756 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 653 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

oil leak from l/h front fork.

Pass 10 Dec 2014 653 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

oil leak from l/h front fork.

Pass 19 Dec 2013 373 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2010 10,002 miles

Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 10,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 8,834 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 8,834 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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YGY 529S is a 1978 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YGY 529S, 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

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What year was YGY 529S registered?

YGY 529S is a 1978 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YGY 529S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGY 529S shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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