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E489 PBO

1987 BMW K100

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,781 mi
Last recorded33,781 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW K10050,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE489 PBO
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 33,781 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 33,406 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 32,901 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023 32,901 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2011 32,704 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 32,603 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 30,238 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 29,954 miles

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

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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E489 PBO is a 1987 BMW K100 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 BMW K100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 50,856 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 E489 PBO, 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 39 years old, this BMW K100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E489 PBO?

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What year was E489 PBO registered?

E489 PBO is a 1987 BMW K100, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E489 PBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E489 PBO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E489 PBO have outstanding finance?

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