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F705 RNO

1989 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,672 mi
Last recorded50,672 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF705 RNO
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 50,672 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 50,672 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2020 50,560 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 49,368 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 48,232 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 47,963 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 47,684 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 45,841 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 45,607 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 45,276 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

petrol cap sealing washer slightly cracked

Pass 4 Sep 2007 45,276 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

petrol cap sealing washer slightly cracked

Pass 5 Sep 2006
Fail 1 Sep 2006 44,449 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2005 44,108 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Aug 2005 44,103 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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F705 RNO is a 1989 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 F705 RNO, 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.

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What year was F705 RNO registered?

F705 RNO is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 6 April 1989.

Is F705 RNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F705 RNO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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