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F505 BAW

1988 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

57,383 mi
Last recorded57,383 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF505 BAW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 57,383 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 55,507 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 53,604 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 50,905 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 48,271 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 48,250 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 47,558 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 47,333 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 47,316 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 47,298 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 47,250 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 46,708 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 44,909 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 44,055 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,591 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 42,591 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 39,948 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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F505 BAW is a 1988 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1988 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 41,474 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 F505 BAW, 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 38 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 F505 BAW?

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What year was F505 BAW registered?

F505 BAW is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 5 August 1988.

Is F505 BAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F505 BAW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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