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J166 YAK

1992 BMW R100

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,488 mi
Last recorded55,488 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1992 BMW R10038,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ166 YAK
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 55,488 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 54,982 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2017 54,982 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 54,553 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 53,370 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 53,370 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 51,740 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 50,432 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 469,447 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 44,928 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 42,084 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 37,425 miles

shaft gaitor starting to perish

Pass 18 Apr 2006 35,466 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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J166 YAK is a 1992 BMW R100 in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1992 BMW R100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 38,115 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 J166 YAK, 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 34 years old, this BMW R100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of J166 YAK?

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What year was J166 YAK registered?

J166 YAK is a 1992 BMW R100, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J166 YAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J166 YAK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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