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KVO 288W

1980 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,805 mi
Last recorded79,805 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVO 288W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 79,805 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 79,805 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 79,783 miles

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

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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KVO 288W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KVO 288W, 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 KVO 288W?

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What year was KVO 288W registered?

KVO 288W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is KVO 288W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVO 288W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KVO 288W have outstanding finance?

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