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A331 SYN

1983 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,574 mi
Last recorded55,574 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA331 SYN
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 55,574 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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Fail 23 Jul 2020 55,574 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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Pass 24 Apr 2012 53,069 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 47,952 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 44,050 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 40,733 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 15 May 2009 40,733 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 6 May 2008 36,339 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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A331 SYN is a 1983 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A331 SYN, 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.

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What year was A331 SYN registered?

A331 SYN is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 18 August 1983.

Is A331 SYN safe to buy?

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