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E266 VKM

1988 BMW K100

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,344 mi
Last recorded143,344 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2007
Typical for 1988 BMW K10045,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE266 VKM
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2007 143,344 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 138,908 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 136,702 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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E266 VKM is a 1988 BMW K100 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW K100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 45,958 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 E266 VKM, 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 38 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 E266 VKM registered?

E266 VKM is a 1988 BMW K100, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is E266 VKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E266 VKM shows 3 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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