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G857 TBA

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,788 mi
Last recorded57,788 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG857 TBA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 57,788 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 57,759 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 57,545 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 56,467 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 54,245 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 51,875 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 50,560 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 50,560 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 47,713 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 45,283 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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G857 TBA is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G857 TBA, 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 G857 TBA registered?

G857 TBA is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 9 November 1989.

Is G857 TBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G857 TBA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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