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FTF 628V

1980 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

834 mi
Last recorded834 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTF 628V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 834 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 834 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 471 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 471 miles

Central Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 8 miles

Central seat not loose but does not lock

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. exhaust can rubs on swinging arm (7.1.1.c)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 8 miles

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

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

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Central seat not loose but does not lock

Offside Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. exhaust can rubs on swinging arm (7.1.1.c)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 75,943 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 75,943 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 75,725 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 75,725 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 75,138 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 74,472 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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FTF 628V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 FTF 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 46 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 FTF 628V registered?

FTF 628V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 6 June 1980.

Is FTF 628V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTF 628V shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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