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HCD 843V

1980 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

1,757 mi
Last recorded1,757 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCD 843V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 1,757 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 495 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 99,928 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 99,658 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 98,640 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 97,658 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 96,580 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 94,318 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 91,894 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 90,059 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 88,782 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 87,135 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 84,644 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 82,701 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 80,598 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 79,656 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 79,650 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 76,086 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 71,966 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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HCD 843V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 HCD 843V, 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 HCD 843V?

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What year was HCD 843V registered?

HCD 843V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is HCD 843V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCD 843V shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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