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URM 558Y

1982 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,154 mi
Last recorded55,154 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 BMW R10048,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURM 558Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 55,154 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 54,780 miles

Central Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2023 54,780 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 87,613 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 87,581 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 85,701 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 85,529 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 85,074 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 84,503 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 84,092 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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URM 558Y is a 1982 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 48,864 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 URM 558Y, 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 44 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 URM 558Y?

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What year was URM 558Y registered?

URM 558Y is a 1982 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is URM 558Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for URM 558Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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