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GRS 431V

1980 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,173 mi
Last recorded59,173 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRS 431V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 59,173 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2015 59,159 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 59,159 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 59,156 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 58,563 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 58,202 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 57,703 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 57,703 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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GRS 431V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GRS 431V, 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

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What year was GRS 431V registered?

GRS 431V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is GRS 431V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRS 431V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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