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MMW 17X

1982 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,566 mi
Last recorded62,566 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1982 BMW R10048,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMW 17X
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 62,566 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2025 62,566 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 62,097 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 62,081 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 62,063 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 62,063 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 61,572 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 61,256 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 61,019 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 61,019 miles

Stop lamp obscured (1.3.1c)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 60,403 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 60,403 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 60,193 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 59,452 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 59,389 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 May 2011 59,389 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 58,744 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 58,344 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 57,767 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 57,195 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2007 57,195 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 56,497 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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MMW 17X is a 1982 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 48,864 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 MMW 17X, 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 44 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 MMW 17X?

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What year was MMW 17X registered?

MMW 17X is a 1982 BMW R100, first registered on 16 March 1982.

Is MMW 17X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMW 17X shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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