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E135 PBX

1986 BMW K100

White Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,933 mi
Last recorded18,933 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW K10054,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE135 PBX
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 18,933 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 17,801 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 17,801 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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E135 PBX is a 1986 BMW K100 in White with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E135 PBX, 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.

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What year was E135 PBX registered?

E135 PBX is a 1986 BMW K100, first registered on 1 November 1986.

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The MOT history for E135 PBX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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