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N42 VVO

1995 BMW R100

Multi-colour Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,620 mi
Last recorded43,620 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2012
Typical for 1995 BMW R10041,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN42 VVO
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2012 43,620 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 43,059 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 43,056 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 41,672 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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N42 VVO is a 1995 BMW R100 in Multi-colour with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 41,169 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 N42 VVO, 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 31 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N42 VVO?

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What year was N42 VVO registered?

N42 VVO is a 1995 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N42 VVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N42 VVO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N42 VVO have outstanding finance?

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