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CRL 872V

1980 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,813 mi
Last recorded43,813 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRL 872V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 43,813 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 43,234 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 43,234 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 42,636 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 42,636 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 42,449 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 41,643 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 41,643 miles

Nearside Front Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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CRL 872V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 CRL 872V, 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 CRL 872V registered?

CRL 872V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 25 March 1980.

Is CRL 872V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRL 872V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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