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E161 DAL

1988 BMW R100

Multi-colour Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,297 mi
Last recorded32,297 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE161 DAL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2022 32,297 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 30,644 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 29,330 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 28,848 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2018 28,848 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2017 27,457 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 26,115 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 23,836 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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E161 DAL is a 1988 BMW R100 in Multi-colour with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 41,474 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 E161 DAL, 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 38 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 E161 DAL?

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What year was E161 DAL registered?

E161 DAL is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 15 March 1988.

Is E161 DAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E161 DAL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E161 DAL have outstanding finance?

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