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E742 LVV

1988 BMW K100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,266 mi
Last recorded47,266 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 1988 BMW K10045,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE742 LVV
MakeBMW
ModelK100
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 47,266 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 47,127 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 46,909 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 46,567 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 46,387 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 45,529 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 45,529 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 44,313 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 44,163 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 43,056 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,409 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 40,393 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 39,445 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 38,707 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 38,059 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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E742 LVV is a 1988 BMW K100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 E742 LVV, 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

How do I check the history of E742 LVV?

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What year was E742 LVV registered?

E742 LVV is a 1988 BMW K100, first registered on 8 June 1988.

Is E742 LVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E742 LVV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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