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C899 GEV

1986 BMW K100

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,161 mi
Last recorded35,161 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW K10054,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC899 GEV
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 35,161 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 35,161 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 35,161 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 35,161 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 35,161 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 35,160 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 35,158 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 34,110 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 84,340 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 81,957 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 79,698 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 79,698 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 77,236 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 74,633 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 68,383 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 65,078 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 65,064 miles

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 60,705 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 55,173 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 46,305 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 42,693 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 38,034 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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C899 GEV is a 1986 BMW K100 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 C899 GEV, 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 C899 GEV registered?

C899 GEV is a 1986 BMW K100, first registered on 8 January 1986.

Is C899 GEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C899 GEV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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