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E585 HDF

1987 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,100 mi
Last recorded61,100 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R10045,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE585 HDF
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 61,100 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 61,100 miles

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 60,485 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 60,485 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking Right hand Carburettor leaking fuel (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 59,712 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 58,572 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 57,374 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 56,340 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed front brake hose trapping and rubbing on fairing bracket when on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 55,515 miles

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Front brake light switch not working (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 54,545 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 53,792 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 53,128 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 52,309 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 50,920 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 49,633 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 49,633 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 48,805 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 48,037 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 47,149 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 46,519 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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E585 HDF is a 1987 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 E585 HDF, 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

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What year was E585 HDF registered?

E585 HDF is a 1987 BMW R100, first registered on 18 September 1987.

Is E585 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E585 HDF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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