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XFU 399V

1980 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,226 mi
Last recorded30,226 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFU 399V
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 30,226 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 29,897 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 29,860 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 29,745 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 29,286 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 28,383 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2009 28,383 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 13 May 2008 25,157 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 24,656 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 23,640 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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XFU 399V is a 1980 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XFU 399V, 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 XFU 399V registered?

XFU 399V is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 16 April 1980.

Is XFU 399V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFU 399V 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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