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B511 UNA

1985 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,994 mi
Last recorded27,994 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 1985 BMW R10046,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB511 UNA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 27,994 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 37,990 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 27,995 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 38,005 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 47,407 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 64,801 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 62,334 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 60,507 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 58,297 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 57,604 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 57,952 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 54,212 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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B511 UNA is a 1985 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B511 UNA, 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 B511 UNA registered?

B511 UNA is a 1985 BMW R100, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B511 UNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B511 UNA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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