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F647 VEG

1988 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,527 mi
Last recorded66,527 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF647 VEG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 66,527 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 66,505 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2020 66,471 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 66,321 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 66,144 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 65,818 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 65,287 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 64,661 miles

advise tiny hole in fron t exhaust pipe but not noisey

Pass 13 Jun 2013 63,949 miles

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 63,840 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 63,840 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 63,067 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 62,941 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 62,223 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 61,518 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 61,518 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 May 2007 60,447 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 58,862 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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F647 VEG is a 1988 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 F647 VEG, 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

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What year was F647 VEG registered?

F647 VEG is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 26 September 1988.

Is F647 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F647 VEG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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