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F474 SBL

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,715 mi
Last recorded46,715 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF474 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 46,715 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 42,119 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 41,133 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 41,100 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 40,740 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 40,212 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 38,918 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018
Pass 14 Jun 2017 38,831 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 56,733 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 56,733 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 56,733 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 56,733 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 56,733 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 May 2010 56,733 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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F474 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 F474 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 F474 SBL?

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What year was F474 SBL registered?

F474 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 26 April 1989.

Is F474 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F474 SBL shows 15 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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