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A241 GDX

1983 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,676 mi
Last recorded1,676 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA241 GDX
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 1,676 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 1,676 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 1,612 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 1,588 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 1,304 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 1 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,343 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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A241 GDX is a 1983 BMW R100 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A241 GDX, 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 A241 GDX?

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What year was A241 GDX registered?

A241 GDX is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A241 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A241 GDX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A241 GDX have outstanding finance?

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