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E390 VWU

1988 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,508 mi
Last recorded21,508 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE390 VWU
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 21,508 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 21,499 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 21,490 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 21,441 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 21,435 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 21,240 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 21,239 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 21,101 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 20,979 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 20,943 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 20,943 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 20,707 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 20,686 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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E390 VWU is a 1988 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 E390 VWU, 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 E390 VWU?

You can check the full history of E390 VWU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E390 VWU registered?

E390 VWU is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 21 May 1988.

Is E390 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E390 VWU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E390 VWU have outstanding finance?

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