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PFM 959Y

1983 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,769 mi
Last recorded29,769 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFM 959Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 29,769 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 29,525 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 28,774 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 28,073 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 27,483 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 25,576 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 23,919 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 22,574 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 20,091 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 19,387 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 19,255 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 19,255 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,051 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 18,282 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 17,310 miles

Lefthand fork seal weeping slightly

Rear stopswitch not working.

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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PFM 959Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 PFM 959Y, 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 PFM 959Y?

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What year was PFM 959Y registered?

PFM 959Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 24 June 1983.

Is PFM 959Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFM 959Y 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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