MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,889 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Both tyres cracking/perishing
front flexi hose mounting poor
gaiters over front forks
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the BMW R100?
Based on 26,387 MOT tests across 3,036 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K597 LOU is a 1992 BMW R100 in Purple with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 K597 LOU, 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 K597 LOU?
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What year was K597 LOU registered?
K597 LOU is a 1992 BMW R100, first registered on 14 August 1992.
Is K597 LOU safe to buy?
The MOT history for K597 LOU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does K597 LOU have outstanding finance?
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