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B347 UBW

1984 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,344 mi
Last recorded60,344 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 1984 BMW R10044,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB347 UBW
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2015 60,344 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

indicators flashing fast

throttle cables require lubrication

Pass 12 Jun 2014 60,221 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 59,356 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 509 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 58,480 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 57,174 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 56,439 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 54,628 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 53,222 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 52,366 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,837 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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B347 UBW is a 1984 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 B347 UBW, 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

How do I check the history of B347 UBW?

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What year was B347 UBW registered?

B347 UBW is a 1984 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B347 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B347 UBW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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