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E251 YVR

1988 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,289 mi
Last recorded35,289 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE251 YVR
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 35,289 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 34,773 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 34,726 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 34,960 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 34,189 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 34,110 miles

Slight blue smoke emitted from exhaust

Pass 6 Sep 2018 34,105 miles

Front tyre starting to perish

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 3 Oct 2017 34,099 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 34,093 miles

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

Front some inter tread cracking on front tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2015 34,087 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 34,064 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 31,097 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 31,059 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 30,980 miles

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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E251 YVR is a 1988 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 E251 YVR, 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

How do I check the history of E251 YVR?

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What year was E251 YVR registered?

E251 YVR is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 16 March 1988.

Is E251 YVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E251 YVR shows 14 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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