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GY18 ABU

2018 BMW S 1000

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,909 mi
Last recorded29,909 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW S 10009,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY18 ABU
MakeBMW
ModelS 1000
Year2018
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 29,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 26,131 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 20,997 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 20,997 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure Retaining clip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 16,208 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 9,128 miles

How Reliable is the BMW S 1000?

Based on 72,017 MOT tests across 12,740 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,172
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
12,740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
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GY18 ABU is a 2018 BMW S 1000 in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 BMW S 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 9,098 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 S 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY18 ABU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW S 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 8 years old, this BMW S 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GY18 ABU?

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What year was GY18 ABU registered?

GY18 ABU is a 2018 BMW S 1000, first registered on 5 May 2018.

Is GY18 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY18 ABU 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.

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