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GBW 694V

2005 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,192 mi
Last recorded51,192 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW R10061,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 694V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 51,192 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 51,192 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 49,892 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 47,963 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 47,141 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 47,141 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2013 47,141 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2012 47,141 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 47,132 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2011 46,622 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 4,483 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 43,810 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2007 42,664 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 42,075 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 42,070 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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GBW 694V is a 2005 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 61,233 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 GBW 694V, 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 21 years old, this BMW R100 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBW 694V registered?

GBW 694V is a 2005 BMW R100, first registered on 11 January 2005.

Is GBW 694V safe to buy?

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