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PYE 830Y

1983 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,257 mi
Last recorded53,257 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2013
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYE 830Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2013 53,257 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 1 May 2012 50,095 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 47,229 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

front tyre cracking

Pass 24 Apr 2010 43,951 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 43,951 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 41,133 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 41,133 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 37,670 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 37,670 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 34,932 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 32,325 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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PYE 830Y 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 PYE 830Y, 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

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What year was PYE 830Y registered?

PYE 830Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 19 March 1983.

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