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WVO 705Y

1983 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,974 mi
Last recorded61,974 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVO 705Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 61,974 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 61,734 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 61,666 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 61,084 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 60,220 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 59,421 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 58,732 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 58,732 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 51,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2012 55,564 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 53,757 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,575 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 52,528 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 50,650 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 50,177 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 50,177 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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WVO 705Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WVO 705Y, 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 WVO 705Y?

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What year was WVO 705Y registered?

WVO 705Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 17 January 1983.

Is WVO 705Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVO 705Y shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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