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C925 YLS

1986 BMW R100

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,170 mi
Last recorded41,170 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R10034,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC925 YLS
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 41,170 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 38,560 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2024 38,553 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 34,896 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 33,923 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2022 33,916 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 29,854 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 28,210 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 26,385 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 24,793 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 22,748 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre tread 1.6-2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 May 2016 22,748 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre tread 1.6-2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 May 2015 20,768 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 18,555 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 17,070 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 15,848 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 15,158 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 15,158 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 14,617 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the BMW R100?

Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 222
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 123
Horn not working 86
Headlamp aim too low 65
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C925 YLS is a 1986 BMW R100 in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1986 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 34,896 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 R100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C925 YLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R100 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 40 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C925 YLS registered?

C925 YLS is a 1986 BMW R100, first registered on 2 April 1986.

Is C925 YLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C925 YLS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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