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A204 YWA

1983 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,718 mi
Last recorded58,718 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA204 YWA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 58,718 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 56,358 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 56,351 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 55,564 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 55,488 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 55,452 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 55,389 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 55,389 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 51,715 miles

Rear brake performance lower than expected.

Signs of oil leaking from final drive unit.

Pass 20 Jul 2007 51,192 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 50,473 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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A204 YWA is a 1983 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A204 YWA, 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 A204 YWA?

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What year was A204 YWA registered?

A204 YWA is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A204 YWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A204 YWA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A204 YWA have outstanding finance?

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