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GYO 329W

1980 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 BMW R10047,756 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYO 329W
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 May 2017

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015
Fail 24 Mar 2014 95,608 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 95,608 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2012 95,608 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 95,608 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

swingingarm rusting.

Pass 4 Oct 2010 95,608 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 95,608 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 95,608 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 95,608 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 95,608 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 95,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 95,608 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre has perished between treads

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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GYO 329W is a 1980 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1980 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 47,756 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 GYO 329W, 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 46 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 GYO 329W?

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What year was GYO 329W registered?

GYO 329W is a 1980 BMW R100, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GYO 329W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYO 329W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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