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F459 OYE

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,354 mi
Last recorded28,354 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF459 OYE
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 28,354 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 28,116 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 26,920 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 26,228 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 26,269 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 25,937 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 21,247 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 17,205 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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F459 OYE is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 F459 OYE, 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 F459 OYE registered?

F459 OYE is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 8 February 1989.

Is F459 OYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F459 OYE shows 8 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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