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K100 BHM

1993 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

766 mi
Last recorded766 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK100 BHM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 766 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 556 miles

Central Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 556 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Central Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 215 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 215 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 190 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 68,860 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 67,760 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 67,752 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 65,146 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 65,121 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 62,043 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 58,438 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2005 58,438 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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K100 BHM is a 1993 BMW R Series in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 46,426 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K100 BHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 33 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K100 BHM registered?

K100 BHM is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K100 BHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K100 BHM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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