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DHN 477V

1980 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,901 mi
Last recorded50,901 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHN 477V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 50,901 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 50,790 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 49,992 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))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2015 48,344 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 47,393 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 46,465 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 45,920 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 43,828 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 43,814 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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DHN 477V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DHN 477V, 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

How do I check the history of DHN 477V?

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What year was DHN 477V registered?

DHN 477V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 9 April 1980.

Is DHN 477V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHN 477V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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