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CLE 5Y

1983 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,799 mi
Last recorded37,799 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLE 5Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2022 37,799 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 36,006 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 35,313 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 34,299 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 33,373 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 32,732 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 32,453 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 31,685 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 30,948 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 30,010 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 27,732 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 261,362 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 24,512 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 24,460 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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CLE 5Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CLE 5Y, 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 CLE 5Y?

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What year was CLE 5Y registered?

CLE 5Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is CLE 5Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLE 5Y shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLE 5Y have outstanding finance?

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