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C100 FBU

1986 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,647 mi
Last recorded49,647 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 BMW K Series51,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC100 FBU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 49,647 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 49,563 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 49,165 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 49,165 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 48,959 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 48,692 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 48,455 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 48,132 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 47,085 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 46,769 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 46,386 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear flexi hose close to rear wheel

Pass 17 Jun 2013 46,386 miles

rear flexi hose close to rear wheel

Pass 1 May 2012 45,972 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 43,487 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 41,745 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2008 41,409 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 40,266 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 40,266 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 37,511 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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C100 FBU is a 1986 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1986 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 51,115 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C100 FBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this BMW K Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C100 FBU registered?

C100 FBU is a 1986 BMW K Series, first registered on 2 May 1986.

Is C100 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C100 FBU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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