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GUG 511Y

1983 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,218 mi
Last recorded47,218 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUG 511Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 47,218 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 47,216 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 48,882 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 48,882 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 48,881 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 48,879 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 48,868 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 46,706 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 46,226 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 46,226 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 45,810 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 45,554 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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GUG 511Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 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 GUG 511Y, 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 43 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 GUG 511Y registered?

GUG 511Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 11 April 1983.

Is GUG 511Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUG 511Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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