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C854 BYN

1985 BMW K100

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,654 mi
Last recorded55,654 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1985 BMW K10061,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC854 BYN
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 55,654 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 54,834 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 54,328 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 54,324 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2019 54,140 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 54,083 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2017 54,081 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front switch (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 54,044 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 53,884 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 53,828 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 53,660 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 53,067 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 53,050 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2008 52,732 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 52,679 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 52,384 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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C854 BYN is a 1985 BMW K100 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 BMW K100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 61,814 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 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 C854 BYN, 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 41 years old, this BMW K100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C854 BYN registered?

C854 BYN is a 1985 BMW K100, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C854 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C854 BYN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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