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F701 VEL

1989 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,248 mi
Last recorded42,248 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF701 VEL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 42,248 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 42,210 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 42,177 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 42,145 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 42,077 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 42,023 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 40,793 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 40,204 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 39,926 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 39,508 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 38,803 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 30,390 miles

rear brake does not release back to start position correctly.

Fail 1 May 2014 30,379 miles

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

rear brake does not release back to start position correctly.

Pass 29 Apr 2013 22,821 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

headlamp rubber mount missing

Pass 10 Mar 2012 20,726 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 20,726 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 16,530 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 9,460 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 4,928 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 35,993 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 35,236 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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F701 VEL is a 1989 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 F701 VEL, 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 F701 VEL?

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What year was F701 VEL registered?

F701 VEL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 11 March 1989.

Is F701 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F701 VEL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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