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FEV 169Y

1983 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,966 mi
Last recorded95,966 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEV 169Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 95,966 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2023 95,966 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 95,754 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 95,628 miles

Central Rear Battery tray week on mountains as poorly made

Nearside Rear Lower Lower light glass not sercurley fitted as taped on

Rear Lower No rear mudgaurd fitted

Nearside Front Upper Flexi brake hose slightley chafed on frame

No indicators fitted

Offside Front Upper Flexi brake hose slightley chafed on frame

Pass 4 Jul 2015 94,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 93,833 miles

No flashers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2013 90,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 87,800 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 86,938 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 58,319 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 82,845 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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FEV 169Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 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 FEV 169Y, 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 43 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 FEV 169Y?

You can check the full history of FEV 169Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FEV 169Y registered?

FEV 169Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1983.

Is FEV 169Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEV 169Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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