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F482 SBL

1989 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,759 mi
Last recorded4,759 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF482 SBL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 4,759 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 4,759 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 4,759 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2014 4,012 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 3,267 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 1,296 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 66 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 97,896 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2010 97,896 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 95,707 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 93,496 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 89,604 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 87,675 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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F482 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 F482 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 F482 SBL registered?

F482 SBL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 27 April 1989.

Is F482 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F482 SBL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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