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A157 LLR

1984 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

60,121 mi
Last recorded60,121 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 1984 BMW R10044,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA157 LLR
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 60,121 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 60,102 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 59,472 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 58,434 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 57,070 miles

slight movement at rear wheel and sidecar wheel

Pass 19 Feb 2015 55,204 miles

slight free play at rear wheel

Pass 7 Mar 2014 52,539 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 49,555 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 46,437 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 45,826 miles

Sidecar attachment Pivot point slightly worn. (5.1.2)

number plate starting to deteriate

Fail 30 Mar 2010 45,826 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Sidecar attachment Pivot point slightly worn. (5.1.2)

number plate starting to deteriate

Pass 1 Apr 2009 45,007 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 44,059 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 43,299 miles

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 41,833 miles

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

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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A157 LLR is a 1984 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1984 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 A157 LLR, 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 42 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A157 LLR registered?

A157 LLR is a 1984 BMW R100, first registered on 13 March 1984.

Is A157 LLR safe to buy?

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