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BUA 499X

1982 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,595 mi
Last recorded45,595 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 1982 BMW R10048,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUA 499X
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 45,595 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 45,595 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 44,391 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 44,391 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 40,148 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 35,673 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 33,795 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 32,643 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 30,130 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 30,130 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2007 29,586 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 28,387 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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BUA 499X is a 1982 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 48,864 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 BUA 499X, 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 44 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 BUA 499X?

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What year was BUA 499X registered?

BUA 499X is a 1982 BMW R100, first registered on 8 April 1982.

Is BUA 499X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUA 499X shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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