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H243 FDG

1990 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,820 mi
Last recorded42,820 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1990 BMW R10040,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH243 FDG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 42,820 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 42,820 miles

Stop lamp not working by application of rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 42,530 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 42,241 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 41,733 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 41,319 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 41,020 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 40,950 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 40,798 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 40,740 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 40,647 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 40,647 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 40,485 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 40,243 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 39,862 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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H243 FDG is a 1990 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1990 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 40,720 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 H243 FDG, 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 36 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H243 FDG registered?

H243 FDG is a 1990 BMW R100, first registered on 7 August 1990.

Is H243 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H243 FDG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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