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B62 ETW

1986 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,193 mi
Last recorded9,193 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 1986 BMW R10034,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB62 ETW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 9,193 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 7,053 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Rigid brake line running from rear master cylinder to flexi (in front of rear wheel) slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Rigid brake line between flexi to caliper slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Stanchion has lost some of the chrome coating (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 4,977 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked in two places - not likely to be missread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 4,904 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator not working Both rear direction indicators not operational (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly With headstock on full lock RH the engine revs increase slightly. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected Caliper touching brake disc outside edge, slight bind. (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate cracked in two places - not likely to be missread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Motorcycle fairing OSF lower detached / insecure not likely to come adrift

Pass 14 Mar 2018 1,858 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 99,796 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 92,993 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 85,456 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 78,126 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 70,131 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 65,087 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 63,457 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 57,948 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 53,466 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 49,761 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 49,090 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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B62 ETW is a 1986 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1986 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 34,896 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 B62 ETW, 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 40 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 B62 ETW?

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What year was B62 ETW registered?

B62 ETW is a 1986 BMW R100, first registered on 19 August 1986.

Is B62 ETW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B62 ETW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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