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FEB 968W

1980 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,529 mi
Last recorded3,529 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2010
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEB 968W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2010 3,529 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 3,529 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 22 Dec 2009 93,034 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 93,034 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 85,779 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 80,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Dec 2007 80,241 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2007 72,450 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2006 64,145 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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FEB 968W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 FEB 968W, 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 46 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 FEB 968W registered?

FEB 968W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 6 August 1980.

Is FEB 968W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEB 968W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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