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F279 RJB

1989 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,859 mi
Last recorded55,859 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF279 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 55,859 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 55,646 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 55,253 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear rear light lens slightly loose

Pass 22 Jun 2016 55,146 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear slightly loose exhaust baffle

Pass 25 Jun 2015 55,072 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 54,972 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

clock lamps not working

Pass 19 Jun 2013 54,479 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 53,907 miles

rear tyre slighty perished

Fail 28 May 2012 53,907 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

rear tyre slighty perished

Pass 25 May 2011 52,666 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 50,906 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 50,887 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 May 2009 46,026 miles

Front Tyre wall perished

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 44,379 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 41,749 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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F279 RJB is a 1989 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 40,694 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 F279 RJB, 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 37 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F279 RJB registered?

F279 RJB is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F279 RJB safe to buy?

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