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A455 MJN

1983 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,692 mi
Last recorded97,692 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA455 MJN
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2022 97,692 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Kill switch missing

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sidecar wheel bearing grease cap missing

Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 97,673 miles

Kill switch lever is missing

Outer Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 97,632 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar and grease cap missing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2020 97,632 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar and grease cap missing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 97,152 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 97,097 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 97,097 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 97,087 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 97,023 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 96,874 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 96,578 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 96,300 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 95,503 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 93,964 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 91,039 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 eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 90,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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A455 MJN is a 1983 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 A455 MJN, 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

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What year was A455 MJN registered?

A455 MJN is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A455 MJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A455 MJN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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