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GKL 196Y

1983 BMW R100

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

3,837 mi
Last recorded3,837 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1983 BMW R10045,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKL 196Y
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 3,837 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 3,568 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 3,568 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 3,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

R/H Fuel pipe routing could cause chafing

Pass 7 Nov 2011 1,484 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 969 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 494 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 99,543 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 99,472 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 98,537 miles

steering head bearings slighty notchy.

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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GKL 196Y is a 1983 BMW R100 in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 45,212 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 GKL 196Y, 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 43 years old, this BMW R100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GKL 196Y registered?

GKL 196Y is a 1983 BMW R100, first registered on 20 June 1983.

Is GKL 196Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKL 196Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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