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C546 TPB

1986 BMW K100

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,659 mi
Last recorded63,659 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1986 BMW K10054,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC546 TPB
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 63,659 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 15 May 2017 58,173 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 57,976 miles

Sidecar direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 56,989 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 55,539 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 54,697 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 53,807 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2011 53,807 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2010 51,738 miles

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 30 May 2009 50,478 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 48,091 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 44,937 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 43,659 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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C546 TPB is a 1986 BMW K100 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 C546 TPB, 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

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What year was C546 TPB registered?

C546 TPB is a 1986 BMW K100, first registered on 24 February 1986.

Is C546 TPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C546 TPB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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