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WDY 708T

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,575 mi
Last recorded35,575 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDY 708T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 35,575 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 35,402 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 35,299 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 35,150 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 35,141 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 35,099 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 35,077 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 34,724 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 34,536 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 34,479 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 34,422 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 34,394 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 34,123 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,178 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 32,178 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 3,217 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 31,374 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 31,365 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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WDY 708T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WDY 708T, 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

How do I check the history of WDY 708T?

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What year was WDY 708T registered?

WDY 708T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 26 January 1979.

Is WDY 708T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDY 708T shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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