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A540 LUG

1983 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

80,885 mi
Last recorded80,885 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA540 LUG
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 80,885 miles

Rear side wall showing signs of deteriation rear tyre

Pass 26 May 2023 80,202 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 79,947 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 79,384 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 78,817 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 78,780 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 78,694 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 78,659 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 78,507 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 78,441 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 78,332 miles

ADVISE DIFF OIL LEAKING OUT OF BREATHER OIL LEVEL MAY BE TOO HIGH

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2011 78,252 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 78,005 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 78,005 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 77,697 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 76,614 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 74,114 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 69,866 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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A540 LUG is a 1983 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 A540 LUG, 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 A540 LUG registered?

A540 LUG is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 15 September 1983.

Is A540 LUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A540 LUG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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