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K279 UPH

1992 BMW R100

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

79,159 mi
Last recorded79,159 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW R10038,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK279 UPH
MakeBMW
ModelR100
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 79,159 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 76,910 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 75,678 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 74,781 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 74,548 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 73,997 miles

Rear Tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 18 Aug 2018 71,924 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 67,901 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 65,927 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 65,927 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 61,734 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 59,637 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 55,691 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 52,194 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 50,538 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 48,939 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 47,419 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 44,216 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 40,380 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 36,993 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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K279 UPH is a 1992 BMW R100 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 K279 UPH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K279 UPH registered?

K279 UPH is a 1992 BMW R100, first registered on 27 August 1992.

Is K279 UPH safe to buy?

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