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G255 VPE

1990 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,269 mi
Last recorded35,269 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 1990 BMW R10040,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG255 VPE
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 35,269 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 6,363 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 3,201 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 181 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s and n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 18,372 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 18,230 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 May 2011 55,701 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Jul 2010 55,669 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 55,669 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 55,660 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 55,011 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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G255 VPE is a 1990 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1990 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 40,720 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 G255 VPE, 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 36 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G255 VPE registered?

G255 VPE is a 1990 BMW R100, first registered on 16 March 1990.

Is G255 VPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G255 VPE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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