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E181 YJC

1988 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,545 mi
Last recorded48,545 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE181 YJC
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2019 48,545 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 44,901 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 43,651 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 41,175 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,315 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 37,338 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 35,965 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 34,668 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 32,927 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 30,222 miles

Oil leak

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 28,604 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 25,301 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 22,445 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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E181 YJC is a 1988 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 41,474 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E181 YJC, 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 38 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E181 YJC registered?

E181 YJC is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 2 April 1988.

Is E181 YJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E181 YJC shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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