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H497 AJV

1991 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,855 mi
Last recorded83,855 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 1991 BMW R10035,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH497 AJV
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 83,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 81,660 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 76,296 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 67,767 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 60,338 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 58,428 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 57,642 miles

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2013 52,245 miles

rear number inscure

Fail 4 Oct 2011 51,805 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 51,805 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 51,296 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 49,705 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 24,364 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 19,647 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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H497 AJV is a 1991 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1991 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 35,528 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 H497 AJV, 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 35 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H497 AJV registered?

H497 AJV is a 1991 BMW R100, first registered on 3 June 1991.

Is H497 AJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H497 AJV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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