CarVerify

Free Car Check

PWK 854W

1981 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,557 mi
Last recorded48,557 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWK 854W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 48,557 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 48,513 miles

fuel cap washer perished

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

steering lock stop in need of adjustment

Pass 14 May 2015 47,829 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 47,225 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 47,186 miles

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

carburettor rubbers cracking

Pass 15 May 2012 46,817 miles

no plate fayding

Fail 15 May 2012 46,817 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

no plate fayding

Pass 19 May 2011 46,813 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 46,717 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 46,500 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
Full BMW R100 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PWK 854W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 PWK 854W, 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 45 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 PWK 854W?

You can check the full history of PWK 854W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PWK 854W registered?

PWK 854W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 2 January 1981.

Is PWK 854W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWK 854W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PWK 854W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PWK 854W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.