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DME 477V

1980 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,933 mi
Last recorded38,933 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDME 477V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 38,933 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 38,630 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 38,043 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 37,468 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 36,362 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 34,951 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 34,602 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 35,205 miles

Advisory that front brakes be adjusted

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 33,447 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 32,421 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 32,421 miles

Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 31,316 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 31,316 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 30,943 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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DME 477V is a 1980 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DME 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

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What year was DME 477V registered?

DME 477V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 7 January 1980.

Is DME 477V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DME 477V 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.

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