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F477 SBL

1989 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,075 mi
Last recorded52,075 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF477 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2008 52,075 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 50,477 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 49,931 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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F477 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 F477 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 F477 SBL registered?

F477 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 26 April 1989.

Is F477 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F477 SBL shows 3 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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