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F899 RPL

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,709 mi
Last recorded37,709 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF899 RPL
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 37,709 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 36,903 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 36,903 miles

Rear Position lamp not working loose wire (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2024 36,646 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 35,016 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 32,672 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 31,541 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 30,215 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 29,835 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 28,446 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 27,098 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 26,694 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 26,449 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 25,817 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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F899 RPL is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 F899 RPL, 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 F899 RPL?

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What year was F899 RPL registered?

F899 RPL is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 17 May 1989.

Is F899 RPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F899 RPL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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