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FWC 835Y

1982 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,055 mi
Last recorded25,055 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW R10048,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWC 835Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 25,055 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 25,011 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 24,568 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 23,408 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 22,528 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 21,829 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 21,303 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 20,643 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 20,351 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 19,634 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 19,414 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 18,789 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2010 18,166 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 18,166 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 17,209 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,806 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2008 15,806 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 14,641 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 12,846 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 12,238 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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FWC 835Y is a 1982 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 48,864 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 FWC 835Y, 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 44 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 FWC 835Y?

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What year was FWC 835Y registered?

FWC 835Y is a 1982 BMW R100, first registered on 1 December 1982.

Is FWC 835Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWC 835Y shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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