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F450 SBL

1989 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,559 mi
Last recorded52,559 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF450 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 52,559 miles

Front Neutral light inop

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Front pads breaking up

Pass 12 Aug 2020 52,452 miles

Central Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2016 51,996 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 51,642 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 51,626 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 49,307 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 49,307 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 48,842 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 May 2011 48,842 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 46,839 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 42,583 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 41,977 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 41,239 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 40,418 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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F450 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F450 SBL, 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

How do I check the history of F450 SBL?

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What year was F450 SBL registered?

F450 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F450 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F450 SBL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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