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VWE 308Y

1983 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,342 mi
Last recorded31,342 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWE 308Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2023 31,342 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 31,087 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 30,896 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2015 30,895 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 30,886 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 30,254 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 30,103 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 30,000 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 29,756 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 29,603 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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VWE 308Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VWE 308Y, 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

How do I check the history of VWE 308Y?

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What year was VWE 308Y registered?

VWE 308Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 22 April 1983.

Is VWE 308Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWE 308Y shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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