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CAA 320V

1980 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

58,483 mi
Last recorded58,483 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2014
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAA 320V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2014 58,483 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 58,483 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2013 55,244 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2013 55,244 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 51,540 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 46,942 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 46,942 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 42,271 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 39,106 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 39,106 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 39,098 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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CAA 320V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 CAA 320V, 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

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What year was CAA 320V registered?

CAA 320V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 23 May 1980.

Is CAA 320V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAA 320V shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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