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FNP 589W

1981 BMW R100

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

490 mi
Last recorded490 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNP 589W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 490 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 490 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Custom motorcycle modified from standard.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 19 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 589W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 589W, 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 FNP 589W?

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What year was FNP 589W registered?

FNP 589W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 19 February 1981.

Is FNP 589W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNP 589W shows 3 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.

Does FNP 589W have outstanding finance?

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