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TWT 18W

1981 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,782 mi
Last recorded47,782 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2010
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWT 18W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2010 47,782 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 76,541 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 75,741 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 75,133 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 68,467 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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TWT 18W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 TWT 18W, 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 TWT 18W?

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What year was TWT 18W registered?

TWT 18W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is TWT 18W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWT 18W shows 5 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 TWT 18W have outstanding finance?

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