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UNS 383W

1981 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,607 mi
Last recorded97,607 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R10045,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNS 383W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 97,607 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 97,607 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 97,591 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2018 97,559 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 97,548 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 97,488 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 May 2014 97,256 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 May 2014 97,256 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 97,192 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 97,065 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 97,030 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 96,993 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 96,993 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 96,801 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 96,801 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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UNS 383W is a 1981 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 UNS 383W, 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

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What year was UNS 383W registered?

UNS 383W is a 1981 BMW R100, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is UNS 383W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNS 383W shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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