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FAP 62V

1979 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,596 mi
Last recorded19,596 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAP 62V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 19,596 miles

Front front fork gators fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Apr 2018 18,422 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 18,422 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

front gators fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Mar 2017 17,541 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 16,989 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 15,940 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 14,705 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 13,424 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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FAP 62V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 48,039 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 FAP 62V, 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 47 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAP 62V registered?

FAP 62V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is FAP 62V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAP 62V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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