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F868 TLY

1989 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

4,502 mi
Last recorded4,502 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF868 TLY
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 4,502 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 4,458 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 4,441 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 4,426 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 4,418 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 4,410 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 4,249 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 4,202 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 3,949 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 3,949 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 3,763 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 3,518 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 3,192 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 2,711 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 11 May 2009 2,711 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 2,602 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 2,513 miles

fuel hose corroded

Fail 8 May 2007 2,513 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

fuel hose corroded

Pass 10 May 2006 2,252 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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F868 TLY is a 1989 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 F868 TLY, 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 F868 TLY registered?

F868 TLY is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F868 TLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F868 TLY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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