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F481 SBL

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

87,711 mi
Last recorded87,711 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF481 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 87,711 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 84,599 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 81,040 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 81,034 miles

Rear Brake lever excessively worn foot brake lever split (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 76,849 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 76,254 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 74,219 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 74,209 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded bridging pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 70,814 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 67,540 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 65,179 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 64,780 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 63,816 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 63,242 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 62,507 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 61,232 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 60,307 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 59,435 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 58,818 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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F481 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1989 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 40,694 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 F481 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 F481 SBL?

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What year was F481 SBL registered?

F481 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 27 April 1989.

Is F481 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F481 SBL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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