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G541 EFR

1989 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

10,220 mi
Last recorded10,220 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG541 EFR
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 10,220 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 8,875 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 5,708 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 3,055 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 2,038 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 554 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 65,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 65,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 65,257 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 64,047 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 62,827 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2014 59,401 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 55,931 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 53,759 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 50,639 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 47,372 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 45,341 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 43,974 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 42,211 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 42,211 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 41,690 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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G541 EFR is a 1989 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 40,694 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 G541 EFR, 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 37 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 G541 EFR registered?

G541 EFR is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is G541 EFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G541 EFR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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