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FDE 700W

1981 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,868 mi
Last recorded52,868 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDE 700W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 52,868 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 51,528 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 51,528 miles

Central Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire carb and pipe leaking badly (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2016 47,736 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 47,432 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 47,035 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 45,394 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 1 Jul 2011 45,394 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 44,049 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 44,049 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 44,016 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 43,265 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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FDE 700W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 FDE 700W, 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 45 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FDE 700W?

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What year was FDE 700W registered?

FDE 700W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is FDE 700W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDE 700W shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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