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PDP 842X

1983 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17 mi
Last recorded17 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDP 842X
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 17 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 7 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 77,060 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 77,060 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 71,530 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 65,224 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 65,224 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 55,565 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 55,565 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2014 50,761 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 46,127 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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PDP 842X is a 1983 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 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 PDP 842X, 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 43 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 PDP 842X?

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What year was PDP 842X registered?

PDP 842X is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 29 September 1983.

Is PDP 842X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDP 842X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PDP 842X have outstanding finance?

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