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A404 NBW

1984 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,675 mi
Last recorded83,675 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 1984 BMW R10044,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA404 NBW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 83,675 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 83,166 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 82,697 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 82,037 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 81,403 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 80,112 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 79,127 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 75,681 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 74,129 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 73,367 miles

Centre Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 73,367 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 73,245 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 71,574 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 71,550 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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A404 NBW is a 1984 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 A404 NBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A404 NBW?

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What year was A404 NBW registered?

A404 NBW is a 1984 BMW R100, first registered on 6 January 1984.

Is A404 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A404 NBW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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