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E685 PFR

1988 BMW R100

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,011 mi
Last recorded56,011 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE685 PFR
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 56,011 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 55,645 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 55,637 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 55,635 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 55,375 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 52,742 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 52,086 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 52,086 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 23 Aug 2011 51,825 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 51,825 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 50,185 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 48,774 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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E685 PFR is a 1988 BMW R100 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 E685 PFR, 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 E685 PFR?

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What year was E685 PFR registered?

E685 PFR is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E685 PFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E685 PFR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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