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MWV 144W

1981 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,638 mi
Last recorded43,638 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2007
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWV 144W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2007 43,638 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 43,638 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2006 43,638 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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MWV 144W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MWV 144W, 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 MWV 144W?

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What year was MWV 144W registered?

MWV 144W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is MWV 144W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWV 144W 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 MWV 144W have outstanding finance?

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