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OTF 804X

1982 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,732 mi
Last recorded91,732 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R10048,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTF 804X
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 91,732 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 90,688 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine leaking oil

Pass 25 Jul 2020 90,043 miles

oil leak left and right push rod seals

oil leak left rocker cover gasket

Fail 21 Jul 2020 90,043 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar left grip come away from bar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

oil leak left and right push rod seals

oil leak left rocker cover gasket

Pass 6 Oct 2018 89,755 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 89,513 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 89,513 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 88,431 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 88,159 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 87,911 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 87,911 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 87,418 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 87,418 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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OTF 804X is a 1982 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1982 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 48,864 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 OTF 804X, 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 44 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 OTF 804X registered?

OTF 804X is a 1982 BMW R100, first registered on 22 April 1982.

Is OTF 804X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTF 804X shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OTF 804X have outstanding finance?

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