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F423 DDW

1989 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

58,932 mi
Last recorded58,932 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF423 DDW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 58,932 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 56,857 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 55,976 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 55,663 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 55,441 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 55,106 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 52,701 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 51,665 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 50,508 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 49,746 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 48,577 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 47,286 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 46,495 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 44,258 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 44,258 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 40,905 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 38,394 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 38,394 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 37,164 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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F423 DDW is a 1989 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1989 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 40,694 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 F423 DDW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F423 DDW registered?

F423 DDW is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 31 May 1989.

Is F423 DDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F423 DDW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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