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GPB 625V

1980 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,578 mi
Last recorded76,578 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2007
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPB 625V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2007 76,578 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 74,329 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 74,289 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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GPB 625V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 GPB 625V, 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 46 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GPB 625V?

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What year was GPB 625V registered?

GPB 625V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1980.

Is GPB 625V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPB 625V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GPB 625V have outstanding finance?

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