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E797 SKO

1987 BMW R100

Silver Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,278 mi
Last recorded99,278 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 1987 BMW R10045,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE797 SKO
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 99,278 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2015 99,278 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 98,243 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
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E797 SKO is a 1987 BMW R100 in Silver with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 E797 SKO, 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 39 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E797 SKO registered?

E797 SKO is a 1987 BMW R100, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E797 SKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E797 SKO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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