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F454 SBL

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,586 mi
Last recorded28,586 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF454 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 28,586 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 28,324 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 27,824 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 27,824 miles

Centre Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 27,773 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 27,773 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 27,773 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 27,773 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 27,595 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 27,593 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 27,584 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 27,584 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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F454 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F454 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

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What year was F454 SBL registered?

F454 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F454 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F454 SBL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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