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SFK 850W

1981 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi
4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFK 850W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2021
Pass 4 May 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2013 56,222 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 56,463 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 55,477 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 53,753 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 52,243 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 50,276 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 46,977 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 44,297 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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SFK 850W 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 100%.

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 SFK 850W, 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 SFK 850W?

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What year was SFK 850W registered?

SFK 850W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 17 March 1981.

Is SFK 850W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFK 850W shows 10 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 SFK 850W have outstanding finance?

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