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A487 GPR

1983 BMW R100

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,801 mi
Last recorded89,801 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2013
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA487 GPR
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2013 89,801 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2013 89,801 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 89,117 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 88,968 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 88,935 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 88,845 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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A487 GPR is a 1983 BMW R100 in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A487 GPR, 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 A487 GPR registered?

A487 GPR is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A487 GPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A487 GPR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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