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PUM 128W

1980 BMW R100

Orange Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,182 mi
Last recorded48,182 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUM 128W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 48,182 miles

Central Rear Rear swing arm bushes

Pass 8 Aug 2019 46,802 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 45,077 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 43,484 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 42,597 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 42,597 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 41,486 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 21 May 2014 41,208 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2014 41,208 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 40,371 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 38,498 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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PUM 128W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Orange with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 PUM 128W, 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 46 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 PUM 128W?

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What year was PUM 128W registered?

PUM 128W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is PUM 128W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUM 128W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PUM 128W have outstanding finance?

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