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F455 SBL

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,785 mi
Last recorded34,785 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF455 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 34,785 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 34,712 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 34,646 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 34,582 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 34,497 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 34,430 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 34,238 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 33,581 miles

headlamp beam deflectors fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2018 33,392 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly perished

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2016 33,155 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 32,965 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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F455 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 F455 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 F455 SBL?

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What year was F455 SBL registered?

F455 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F455 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F455 SBL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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