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VEG 500X

1982 BMW R100

Maroon Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,531 mi
Last recorded25,531 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 BMW R10048,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEG 500X
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 25,531 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 24,508 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 24,473 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 24,280 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 23,935 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 23,934 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

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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VEG 500X is a 1982 BMW R100 in Maroon with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VEG 500X, 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 VEG 500X?

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What year was VEG 500X registered?

VEG 500X is a 1982 BMW R100, first registered on 16 April 1982.

Is VEG 500X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEG 500X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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