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A537 FLW

1983 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,859 mi
Last recorded63,859 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA537 FLW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 63,859 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 63,499 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 62,331 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 61,688 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 61,354 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 61,197 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 60,136 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2010 57,899 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 55,459 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 52,592 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 52,573 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 51,354 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 49,973 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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A537 FLW is a 1983 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 A537 FLW, 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

How do I check the history of A537 FLW?

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What year was A537 FLW registered?

A537 FLW is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 30 August 1983.

Is A537 FLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A537 FLW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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