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B116 CME

1985 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,712 mi
Last recorded26,712 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 1985 BMW R10046,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB116 CME
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 26,712 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 26,325 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 26,300 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 23,768 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 20,521 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 18,364 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 14,859 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 14,776 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 13,636 miles

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

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

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

oil leak on N/S cylinder

Pass 19 Aug 2014 12,269 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 11,499 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 11,499 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

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

front brake binding slightly

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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B116 CME is a 1985 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 46,367 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 B116 CME, 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 41 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 B116 CME registered?

B116 CME is a 1985 BMW R100, first registered on 7 May 1985.

Is B116 CME safe to buy?

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