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G70 HSG

1990 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,810 mi
Last recorded12,810 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW R10040,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG70 HSG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 12,810 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 12,663 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 11,709 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 10,189 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slilencer to collector joint LH (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 7,578 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 7,533 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 7,532 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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G70 HSG is a 1990 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G70 HSG, 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

How do I check the history of G70 HSG?

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What year was G70 HSG registered?

G70 HSG is a 1990 BMW R100, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G70 HSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G70 HSG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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