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F476 SBL

1989 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,575 mi
Last recorded48,575 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF476 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 48,575 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Sticky Switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2025 48,567 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Sticky Switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 48,273 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 20 Apr 2024 48,273 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2008 44,575 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 42,411 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 40,075 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 37,001 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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F476 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F476 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 F476 SBL registered?

F476 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 26 April 1989.

Is F476 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F476 SBL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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