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UOB 161Y

1983 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,392 mi
Last recorded66,392 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOB 161Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 66,392 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 66,155 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 66,135 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 24,206 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 23,095 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 22,155 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 22,144 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 22,144 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2008 22,066 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 22,012 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 21,897 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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UOB 161Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UOB 161Y, 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 UOB 161Y registered?

UOB 161Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 29 June 1983.

Is UOB 161Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOB 161Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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