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A990 CRA

1984 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,042 mi
Last recorded1,042 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R10044,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA990 CRA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2024 1,042 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 1,038 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 1,038 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 579 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 77,046 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 75,606 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 75,587 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 75,587 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 75,566 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 75,566 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 75,420 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2009 75,254 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 75,254 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 75,155 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 74,755 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 74,513 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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A990 CRA is a 1984 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 A990 CRA, 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 42 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 A990 CRA registered?

A990 CRA is a 1984 BMW R100, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A990 CRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A990 CRA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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