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UBL 56Y

1983 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,287 mi
Last recorded75,287 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBL 56Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2018 75,287 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame and stand (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened light pitting on fork stansions greased (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front suspension soft

oil leak on engine

wind sheiled opache

Pass 21 Mar 2013 75,219 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 74,420 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 73,031 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 70,740 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 68,152 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 65,922 miles

F/BRAKE LAMP IS NOT WORKING

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 63,930 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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UBL 56Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 UBL 56Y, 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 UBL 56Y registered?

UBL 56Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 29 April 1983.

Is UBL 56Y safe to buy?

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