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E540 TNE

1987 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,934 mi
Last recorded34,934 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1987 BMW R10045,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE540 TNE
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 34,934 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 34,899 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 34,884 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 34,884 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 34,881 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 34,881 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 34,826 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 34,783 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 34,199 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 33,816 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 33,266 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 32,199 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 30,410 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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E540 TNE is a 1987 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 E540 TNE, 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.

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What year was E540 TNE registered?

E540 TNE is a 1987 BMW R100, first registered on 16 September 1987.

Is E540 TNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E540 TNE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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