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DHO 990W

1980 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,038 mi
Last recorded72,038 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2009
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHO 990W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2009 72,038 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 71,311 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 71,311 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2006 70,724 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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DHO 990W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DHO 990W, 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 DHO 990W?

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What year was DHO 990W registered?

DHO 990W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is DHO 990W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHO 990W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHO 990W have outstanding finance?

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