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BSO 379Y

1983 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,384 mi
Last recorded50,384 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSO 379Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 50,384 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 49,454 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 48,546 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 48,546 miles

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

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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BSO 379Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BSO 379Y, 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 43 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 BSO 379Y?

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What year was BSO 379Y registered?

BSO 379Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 27 April 1983.

Is BSO 379Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSO 379Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BSO 379Y have outstanding finance?

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