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OOD 287W

1981 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

62,266 mi
Last recorded62,266 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOD 287W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 62,266 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 61,639 miles
Fail 31 May 2020 61,584 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 61,483 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 61,252 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2016 60,848 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 60,747 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 60,064 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 59,460 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 58,971 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 58,507 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 58,031 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 57,557 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 57,315 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 57,171 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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OOD 287W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OOD 287W, 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

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What year was OOD 287W registered?

OOD 287W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 11 March 1981.

Is OOD 287W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOD 287W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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