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C400 TLH

1986 BMW K100

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,160 mi
Last recorded72,160 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW K10054,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC400 TLH
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 72,160 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 71,011 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 68,152 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 63,891 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 62,423 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 61,133 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 59,606 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 56,883 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 53,831 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 49,746 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 45,958 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 42,320 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 39,273 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 36,083 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 34,504 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 34,027 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 31,879 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 30,139 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 28,645 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 28,228 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K100?

Based on 1,884 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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C400 TLH is a 1986 BMW K100 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW K100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 54,671 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C400 TLH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K100 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this BMW K100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C400 TLH?

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What year was C400 TLH registered?

C400 TLH is a 1986 BMW K100, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C400 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C400 TLH shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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