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HMR 705W

1981 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,296 mi
Last recorded60,296 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMR 705W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 60,296 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 60,296 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 64,131 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 63,924 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 65,757 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 63,735 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2012 63,618 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 63,439 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 63,149 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 62,852 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 62,619 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 62,374 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 62,162 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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HMR 705W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 HMR 705W, 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 45 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 HMR 705W?

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What year was HMR 705W registered?

HMR 705W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is HMR 705W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMR 705W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HMR 705W have outstanding finance?

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