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G71 TYX

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,306 mi
Last recorded58,306 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG71 TYX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 58,306 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 57,954 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 57,881 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 57,881 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 56,388 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 55,596 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 54,662 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Dec 2009 54,360 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 54,065 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 53,757 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 53,152 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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G71 TYX is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G71 TYX, 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 G71 TYX?

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What year was G71 TYX registered?

G71 TYX is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 10 November 1989.

Is G71 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G71 TYX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G71 TYX have outstanding finance?

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