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G55 YLP

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55,366 mi
Last recorded55,366 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG55 YLP
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 55,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 53,269 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 53,268 miles

Central Front Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake stop lamp not working (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2016 32,726 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 32,726 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G55 YLP is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 G55 YLP, 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

How do I check the history of G55 YLP?

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What year was G55 YLP registered?

G55 YLP is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 16 November 1989.

Is G55 YLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G55 YLP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G55 YLP have outstanding finance?

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