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EWB 2V

1980 BMW R100

Gold Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

43,815 mi
Last recorded43,815 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWB 2V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 43,815 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 41,682 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 35,387 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 33,428 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 33,419 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 31,965 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 29,986 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 28,518 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 27,646 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 24,908 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 24,006 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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EWB 2V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Gold with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 EWB 2V, 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 46 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 EWB 2V?

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What year was EWB 2V registered?

EWB 2V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 28 March 1980.

Is EWB 2V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWB 2V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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