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E285 VKP

1988 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,297 mi
Last recorded30,297 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE285 VKP
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2013 30,297 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 29,986 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 29,069 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 25,685 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 25,506 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 25,427 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 24,427 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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E285 VKP is a 1988 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 E285 VKP, 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 E285 VKP?

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What year was E285 VKP registered?

E285 VKP is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 7 January 1988.

Is E285 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E285 VKP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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