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G921 MEO

1989 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,047 mi
Last recorded45,047 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG921 MEO
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 45,047 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2025 45,047 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 43,903 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 43,874 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 43,454 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 43,454 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 43,301 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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G921 MEO is a 1989 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G921 MEO, 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 G921 MEO?

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What year was G921 MEO registered?

G921 MEO is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 22 August 1989.

Is G921 MEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G921 MEO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G921 MEO have outstanding finance?

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