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D558 WRA

1987 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,862 mi
Last recorded46,862 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R10045,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD558 WRA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 46,862 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded link pipe (1.1.11 (c))

beam converter fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2025 43,336 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 40,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 37,042 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 35,337 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 32,959 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 30,407 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 28,158 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 24,750 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 21,872 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 17,890 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 17,890 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 14,428 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 10,784 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 8,966 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 8,036 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 5,480 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 83,036 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 71,125 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 61,080 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 50,215 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 50,214 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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D558 WRA is a 1987 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1987 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 45,997 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D558 WRA, 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 39 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D558 WRA?

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What year was D558 WRA registered?

D558 WRA is a 1987 BMW R100, first registered on 18 May 1987.

Is D558 WRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D558 WRA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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