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F462 KNE

1989 BMW R100

White Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

67,581 mi
Last recorded67,581 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW R10040,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF462 KNE
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 67,581 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 67,273 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 67,151 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 66,541 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 65,752 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 64,896 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 63,792 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 60,948 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 58,785 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 57,793 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 7 May 2009 55,218 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 52,323 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 52,323 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 45,682 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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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F462 KNE is a 1989 BMW R100 in White with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 40,694 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F462 KNE, 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 37 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 F462 KNE registered?

F462 KNE is a 1989 BMW R100, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is F462 KNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F462 KNE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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