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ORS 887W

1981 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

48,733 mi
Last recorded48,733 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORS 887W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 48,733 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 48,389 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 48,234 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 47,715 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 47,205 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 46,314 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2020 43,585 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 41,098 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 38,498 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 37,256 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 34,569 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 32,371 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 31,694 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 31,316 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 30,454 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 29,754 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 28,656 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 27,635 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 25,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2008 25,686 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 23,689 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 22,810 miles

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

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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ORS 887W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 ORS 887W, 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 ORS 887W?

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What year was ORS 887W registered?

ORS 887W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is ORS 887W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORS 887W shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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