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B555 SUA

1984 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,841 mi
Last recorded7,841 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1984 BMW R10044,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB555 SUA
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 7,841 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 7,817 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 7,791 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

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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B555 SUA is a 1984 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B555 SUA, 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 B555 SUA registered?

B555 SUA is a 1984 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B555 SUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B555 SUA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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