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E459 PWX

1987 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,209 mi
Last recorded65,209 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R10045,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE459 PWX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 65,209 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 60,049 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 55,205 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 49,634 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 49,634 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 46,301 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 44,078 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 39,114 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 36,341 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 35,570 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 34,848 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 33,386 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 32,845 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 31,986 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 31,986 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 30,478 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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E459 PWX is a 1987 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 E459 PWX, 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 39 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 E459 PWX?

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What year was E459 PWX registered?

E459 PWX is a 1987 BMW R100, first registered on 25 August 1987.

Is E459 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E459 PWX shows 16 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.

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