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F988 AWW

1988 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,143 mi
Last recorded27,143 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF988 AWW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 27,143 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 26,692 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 26,692 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 26,335 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 26,073 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 25,729 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,338 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 24,330 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 23,561 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 22,945 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,103 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear tyre tread starting to perish and crack

Pass 10 May 2013 19,072 miles

Rear tyre starting to perish advise regular checks

Pass 30 May 2012 16,569 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 61,587 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2005 61,563 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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F988 AWW is a 1988 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 F988 AWW, 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

How do I check the history of F988 AWW?

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What year was F988 AWW registered?

F988 AWW is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 8 August 1988.

Is F988 AWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F988 AWW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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