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E41 CBW

1988 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,055 mi
Last recorded73,055 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE41 CBW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2024 73,055 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 72,989 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 71,093 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 70,519 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 70,518 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 68,284 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 67,509 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 67,499 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Slight crazing of rear tyre sidewalls.

Pass 19 May 2017 66,280 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 66,266 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 65,510 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 64,312 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 62,793 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 62,793 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 61,569 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 61,569 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 60,514 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 59,126 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 59,103 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 58,844 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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E41 CBW is a 1988 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E41 CBW, 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

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What year was E41 CBW registered?

E41 CBW is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 10 June 1988.

Is E41 CBW safe to buy?

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