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BMW 470V

1980 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,060 mi
Last recorded79,060 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMW 470V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 May 2025 79,060 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 78,951 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 78,848 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 78,509 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 78,436 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 78,333 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 78,077 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 77,874 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 77,866 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 77,272 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 76,665 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 76,394 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 74,751 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 74,737 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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BMW 470V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 BMW 470V, 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 46 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 BMW 470V?

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What year was BMW 470V registered?

BMW 470V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 20 February 1980.

Is BMW 470V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMW 470V shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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