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PVL 129V

1999 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,444 mi
Last recorded90,444 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 BMW R10056,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 129V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2015 90,444 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 90,444 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 88,133 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 87,720 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2008 87,720 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 85,024 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 80,038 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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PVL 129V is a 1999 BMW R100 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 56,330 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 PVL 129V, 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 27 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PVL 129V?

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What year was PVL 129V registered?

PVL 129V is a 1999 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is PVL 129V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 129V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVL 129V have outstanding finance?

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