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XKB 172W

1980 BMW R100

Brown Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,815 mi
Last recorded17,815 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKB 172W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 17,815 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 17,753 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 16,927 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 15,385 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 14,907 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,265 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 13,257 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2007 10,914 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 7,336 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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XKB 172W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Brown with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XKB 172W, 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 XKB 172W registered?

XKB 172W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 9 September 1980.

Is XKB 172W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKB 172W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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