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A116 GRE

1983 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,250 mi
Last recorded56,250 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA116 GRE
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Apr 2012 56,250 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 56,250 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 55,546 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 53,503 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 53,503 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 50,545 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 49,748 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 48,390 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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A116 GRE is a 1983 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 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 A116 GRE, 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 43 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 A116 GRE?

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What year was A116 GRE registered?

A116 GRE is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A116 GRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A116 GRE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A116 GRE have outstanding finance?

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