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A473 KBW

1983 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,840 mi
Last recorded44,840 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA473 KBW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 44,840 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 44,498 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2023 44,480 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2022 43,694 miles

Front brake fluid reservoir cracked

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 42,803 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 42,235 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 41,902 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 41,466 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 41,113 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 40,066 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 38,828 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 27,712 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2013 36,408 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 35,271 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 33,570 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 32,422 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 30,692 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 68,265 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 67,689 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 42,511 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 42,511 miles

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

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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A473 KBW is a 1983 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 A473 KBW, 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 A473 KBW registered?

A473 KBW is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A473 KBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A473 KBW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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