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E988 GRX

1988 BMW R100

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,576 mi
Last recorded48,576 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE988 GRX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 48,576 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bush starting to perish (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 May 2024 48,576 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bush starting to perish (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 45,938 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2020 43,789 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 42,259 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 42,461 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 14 Apr 2017 42,461 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2014 39,236 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 38,642 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 38,209 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 37,010 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 35,655 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 33,805 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 30,218 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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E988 GRX is a 1988 BMW R100 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E988 GRX, 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 E988 GRX registered?

E988 GRX is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 20 April 1988.

Is E988 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E988 GRX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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