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WLG 280W

1980 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

2,928 mi
Last recorded2,928 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLG 280W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 2,928 miles

Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 1,421 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 15,699 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018
Pass 26 Jun 2017 97,121 miles

Nearside fuel twisted slightly

Offside fuel line beginning to crack due to age

Offside fuel line twisted possibly stemming flow of fuel

Pass 4 Jun 2016 90,777 miles

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

Offside fuel line kinked slightly

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 84,774 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Offside fuel line kinked

Rubber fuel hoses (particularly nearside) are badly cracked due to age

Pass 20 Jun 2015 84,774 miles

Offside fuel line kinked

Rubber fuel hoses (particularly nearside) are badly cracked due to age

Fail 23 May 2015 84,563 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2014 72,319 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 61,025 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 58,548 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 58,180 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 58,155 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 58,020 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 57,892 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 57,614 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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WLG 280W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 WLG 280W, 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 46 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 WLG 280W registered?

WLG 280W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 29 August 1980.

Is WLG 280W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLG 280W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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