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ARF 512Y

1982 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,546 mi
Last recorded79,546 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1982 BMW R10048,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARF 512Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2018 79,546 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 79,443 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 78,982 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 78,811 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 78,653 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 78,315 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 77,471 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2011 81,624 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 64,099 miles

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

Rear 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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ARF 512Y is a 1982 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 48,864 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 ARF 512Y, 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 44 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 ARF 512Y?

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What year was ARF 512Y registered?

ARF 512Y is a 1982 BMW R100, first registered on 3 August 1982.

Is ARF 512Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARF 512Y shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ARF 512Y have outstanding finance?

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