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FWL 759Y

1983 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,677 mi
Last recorded51,677 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWL 759Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 51,677 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 50,860 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 45,855 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 41,311 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 40,786 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 40,153 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 33,636 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 32,482 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 32,243 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2006 31,105 miles

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

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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FWL 759Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 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 FWL 759Y, 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 43 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 FWL 759Y?

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What year was FWL 759Y registered?

FWL 759Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 1 April 1983.

Is FWL 759Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWL 759Y shows 10 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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