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FNF 628V

1979 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

467,794 mi
Last recorded467,794 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2010
Typical for 1979 BMW R10048,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNF 628V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2010 467,794 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 45,947 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 43,875 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 42,205 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2007 42,174 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 40,271 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Jun 2006 40,198 miles

Offside Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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FNF 628V is a 1979 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FNF 628V, 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 FNF 628V registered?

FNF 628V is a 1979 BMW R100, first registered on 9 August 1979.

Is FNF 628V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNF 628V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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