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RVW 532W

1980 BMW R100

Brown Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,325 mi
Last recorded37,325 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVW 532W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 May 2019 37,325 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 37,261 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 37,075 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 36,827 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 36,649 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 36,340 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 36,056 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 35,336 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 34,582 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 34,171 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 33,679 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 33,082 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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RVW 532W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Brown with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RVW 532W, 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 RVW 532W?

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What year was RVW 532W registered?

RVW 532W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 16 September 1980.

Is RVW 532W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVW 532W shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVW 532W have outstanding finance?

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