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OOD 291W

1981 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,094 mi
Last recorded32,094 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOD 291W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 32,094 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 30,982 miles

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

petrol cap sealing ring damaged, but still sealing

Pass 17 Sep 2018 30,755 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 29,589 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 28,188 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 28,178 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 28,175 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 28,175 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 27,767 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,126 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 26,778 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 291W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 291W, 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 291W registered?

OOD 291W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is OOD 291W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOD 291W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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