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1982 BMW R100 1.0L Petrol · ALH 605Y

ALH 605Y

1982 BMW R100 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 10/08/1982. Recorded mileage 14,870 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
BMW R100
Year / Origin
1982 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12/05/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
14,870 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 12/05/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1982
Engine
980cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This BMW R100 presents an exceptional record of roadworthiness, distinguished by a total absence of defects or advisories across its last four inspections. This consistent mechanical stability is evidenced by the most recent clean pass on 14 May 2025, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard without the recurring failures typically encountered in motorcycles of this era. The recorded mileage of 14,870 miles is remarkably low for a vehicle of this age, representing an average annual accumulation of approximately 338 miles over 44 years. This usage profile indicates that the motorcycle has likely spent extended periods in storage or has been used very sparingly. Mechanically, this suggests minimal wear on the engine internals and drivetrain components, although it shifts the inspection priority toward rubber components and seals that can degrade over time regardless of distance travelled. Because the DVSA records are entirely devoid of advisories, there are no specific mechanical red flags, such as brake pipe corrosion or suspension bush wear, to investigate. The absence of noted oil leaks or emissions failures is particularly positive for a boxer-twin engine of this vintage. A prospective buyer should use the test drive to confirm this clean record by listening for.

ALH 605Y Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2025
  • 14,870 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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ALH 605Y Mileage History

  1. 11/02/202210,055 mi
  2. 18/02/202313,316 mi+3,261 mi
  3. 01/05/202414,427 mi+1,111 mi
  4. 14/05/202514,870 mi+443 mi

Average of roughly 1,481 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

ALH 605Y MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1982 BMW R100 (ALH 605Y) between February 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY