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CAU 689T

1979 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,927 mi
Last recorded56,927 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAU 689T
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 56,927 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 56,827 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 56,827 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2015 56,800 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 56,612 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 55,906 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 54,841 miles

Front and rear side lights not working

Pass 3 Mar 2011 53,714 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 53,702 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 53,114 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 52,330 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 51,207 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 49,942 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 48,926 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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CAU 689T is a 1979 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 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 CAU 689T, 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 47 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 CAU 689T?

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What year was CAU 689T registered?

CAU 689T is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 9 March 1979.

Is CAU 689T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAU 689T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAU 689T have outstanding finance?

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