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FOV 70V

1980 BMW R100

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,773 mi
Last recorded59,773 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOV 70V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2021 59,773 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 59,730 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 59,677 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 59,610 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 59,591 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 59,354 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 59,135 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 58,823 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 58,121 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 57,956 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 57,677 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 57,539 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 57,180 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 56,545 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 56,075 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 55,578 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 54,518 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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FOV 70V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FOV 70V, 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

How do I check the history of FOV 70V?

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What year was FOV 70V registered?

FOV 70V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 3 July 1980.

Is FOV 70V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOV 70V shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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