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ETD 894W

1981 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,900 mi
Last recorded62,900 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETD 894W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 62,900 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 May 2018 62,849 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 61,605 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 60,581 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 59,545 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 59,507 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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ETD 894W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ETD 894W, 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

How do I check the history of ETD 894W?

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What year was ETD 894W registered?

ETD 894W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 30 January 1981.

Is ETD 894W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETD 894W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETD 894W have outstanding finance?

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