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B511 VWT

1985 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,490 mi
Last recorded94,490 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 1985 BMW R10046,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB511 VWT
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 94,490 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 94,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 93,791 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 93,791 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

both tyres dated 2000/2001

Pass 25 Oct 2008 93,724 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 93,280 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 93,210 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 93,210 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 VWT is a 1985 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VWT, 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 VWT registered?

B511 VWT is a 1985 BMW R100, first registered on 9 March 1985.

Is B511 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B511 VWT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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