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FNP 292W

1981 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,081 mi
Last recorded47,081 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNP 292W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 47,081 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 46,279 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 46,275 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake component slightly loose Brake lever pivot locking nut loose (1.1.21 (c))

Front Brake noisy on application

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever has no anti slip

Gear lever pivot worn

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Lower Fuel hose slightly loose Not clipped (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Upper Fuel hose slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Fuel hose slightly loose Not clipped (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Upper Fuel hose slightly loose Not clipped (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 45,165 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 44,233 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 44,155 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 44,143 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 44,122 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 44,010 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 43,788 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 43,788 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,657 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 43,454 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 43,349 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 43,349 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 43,049 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 42,420 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 42,089 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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FNP 292W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FNP 292W, 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.

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What year was FNP 292W registered?

FNP 292W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is FNP 292W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNP 292W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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