CarVerify

Free Car Check

E781 KYT

1988 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,555 mi
Last recorded82,555 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2010
Typical for 1988 BMW R10041,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE781 KYT
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Feb 2010 82,555 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 82,555 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 79,267 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 76,816 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 67,816 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 59,165 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
Full BMW R100 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E781 KYT is a 1988 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E781 KYT, 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 E781 KYT?

You can check the full history of E781 KYT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E781 KYT registered?

E781 KYT is a 1988 BMW R100, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E781 KYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E781 KYT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E781 KYT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E781 KYT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.