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EIW 4950

1981 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,079 mi
Last recorded27,079 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIW 4950
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 27,079 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 27,079 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface covered by sticker (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2020 26,762 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2020 26,762 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering rear wheel not straight on mount (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 25,994 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight run out on rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 24,280 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 24,280 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2013 24,131 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 23,924 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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EIW 4950 is a 1981 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 EIW 4950, 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 45 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EIW 4950 registered?

EIW 4950 is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is EIW 4950 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EIW 4950 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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